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

The cheapest train tickets from Cleveland to St. Louis start from $72. The average price for this train route is around $176. 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 Cleveland to St. Louis?

The average train ride duration from Cleveland to St. Louis is 20h 24m, covering a distance of 491 miles (792 km). The quickest train can get you there in 16h 4m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Cleveland 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 Cleveland to St. Louis?

The earliest train departs from Cleveland to St. Louis at 2:59am. And the latest train departs at 4:03am.

Train Cleveland to St. Louis from $117 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Cleveland to St. Louis on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:59am	Amtrak Station	22h 10m	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	4:03am	Amtrak Station	16h 4m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	2:59am	Amtrak Station	17h 8m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	2:59am	Amtrak Station	20h 24m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	2:59am	Amtrak Station	20h 24m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:12 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Cleveland to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 20 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

20h 50mAverage Duration

492 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$75 - $223	Average Duration20h 50m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$72 - $1,084	Average Duration20h 24m	CO₂ emissions 72kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,646 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5646 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 $72

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cleveland, OH, 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 Cleveland to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Cleveland to St. Louis start from $72. The average price for this train route is around $176. 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 Cleveland to St. Louis?
The average train ride duration from Cleveland to St. Louis is 20h 24m, covering a distance of 491 miles (792 km). The quickest train can get you there in 16h 4m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Cleveland 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 Cleveland to St. Louis?
The earliest train departs from Cleveland to St. Louis at 2:59am. And the latest train departs at 4:03am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$177

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$141

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The cheapest trip from Cleveland, OH, US to St. Louis was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $141

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

You can expect to pay from $141 to $596 for a train ticket from Cleveland, OH, US to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $141 which is on 2025-12-15.