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

The cheapest train tickets from Boston to St. Louis start from $112. The average price for this train route is around $289. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average train ride duration from Boston to St. Louis is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1034 miles (1668 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Boston to St. Louis route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to St. Louis?

The earliest train departs from Boston to St. Louis at 9:36am. And the latest train departs at 12:57pm.

Train Boston to St. Louis from $107 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Boston to St. Louis on February 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 12h	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	12:57pm	Back Bay Station	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 12h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to St. Louis on February 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	12:57pm	Back Bay Station	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 12h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to St. Louis on February 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 12h	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	12:57pm	Back Bay Station	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 12h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to St. Louis on February 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	12:57pm	Back Bay Station	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 12h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to St. Louis on February 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	12:57pm	Back Bay Station	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 12h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	12:57pm	Back Bay Station	1d 12h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to St. Louis on February 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 12h	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	12:57pm	Back Bay Station	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 12h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 12h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

1034 milesDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$101 - $323	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$112 - $2,453	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 152kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and St. Louis?

Boston, MA, US

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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St. Louis

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

Amtrak

4/55,756 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5756 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $112

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, US to St. Louis by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Boston to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to St. Louis start from $112. The average price for this train route is around $289. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to St. Louis?
The average train ride duration from Boston to St. Louis is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1034 miles (1668 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Boston to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to St. Louis?
The earliest train departs from Boston to St. Louis at 9:36am. And the latest train departs at 12:57pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

02/06

$605

02/07

No data

Today

$206

02/09

$206

02/10

$197

02/11

$206

02/12

$275

02/13

$1,128

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to St. Louis was searched and found on Feb 10, 2026 with a price of $197

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

You can expect to pay from $197 to $1,736 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $197 which is on 2026-02-10.