How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Pittsburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Pittsburgh start from R 1 471. The average price for this train route is around R 3 905. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Pittsburgh?

The average train journey time from St. Louis to Pittsburgh is 19h 55m, covering a distance of 899 km. The quickest train can get you there in 19h 55m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Pittsburgh route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Pittsburgh?

The earliest train from St. Louis to Pittsburgh departs at 08:10. And the latest train departs at 08:10.

Train St. Louis to Pittsburgh from R 1 591 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Pittsburgh on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	08:10	Gateway Station	19h 55m	05:05	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:25 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Pittsburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Pittsburgh. The journey takes about 14 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 075, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

14h 40mAverage duration

899 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 075 - R 5 865	Average duration14h 40m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 471 - R 14 912	Average duration19h 55m	CO₂ emissions 82kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Pittsburgh?

St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Pittsburgh

A
Intermodal Station
55 11th St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 1 471

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Pittsburgh 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 St. Louis to Pittsburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Pittsburgh start from R 1 471. The average price for this train route is around R 3 905. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Pittsburgh?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Pittsburgh is 19h 55m, covering a distance of 899 km. The quickest train can get you there in 19h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Pittsburgh route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Pittsburgh?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Pittsburgh departs at 08:10. And the latest train departs at 08:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/12

R 3 303

11/12

R 3 528

Today

R 11 915

13/12

R 9 736

14/12

R 3 978

15/12

R 1 885

16/12

R 2 300

17/12

R 2 162

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Pittsburgh was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 885

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from St. Louis to Pittsburgh as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 885 to R 20 855 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Pittsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 885, which is on 2025-12-15.