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Compare 2 ways to travel from Kansas City to St. Louis
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 514, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5643 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 559
Amtrak Kansas City St. Louis recent customer reviews
My trip back home first my ride back was cancelled and the next ride home no air conditioning it was so hot on the bus I got sick
Denita H.
I enjoyed my trip! Very smooth ride, comfortable seats, lots of legroom, wide aisles, great customer service and love the cafe with very good offerings and affordable prices! Showed kindness and thoughtfulness with the disabled! Very reasonable price!
Cynthia S.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to St. Louis by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Kansas City to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to St. Louis start from R 559. The average price for this train route is around R 648. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kansas City to St. Louis?
The average train journey time from Kansas City to St. Louis is 5h 40m, covering a distance of 383 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Kansas City to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kansas City to St. Louis?
The earliest train from Kansas City to St. Louis departs at 08:40. And the latest train departs at 16:05.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to St. Louis was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 606To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Kansas City, MO to St. Louis as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 606 to R 2 007 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 606, which is on 2025-12-15.
What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City, MO to St. Louis?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Kansas City, MO and St. Louis is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 648 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 559. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to St. Louis, choose the train, as it will take you from Kansas City, MO to St. Louis in about 4h 15m – that's the fastest way to get there!
