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

The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to St. Louis start from $144. The average price for this train route is around $283. 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 New Orleans to St. Louis?

The average train ride duration from New Orleans to St. Louis is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 599 miles (966 km). The quickest train can get you there in 15h 45m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the New Orleans to St. Louis route?

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

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

The earliest train departs from New Orleans to St. Louis at 1:45pm. And the latest train departs at 1:45pm.

Train New Orleans to St. Louis from $147 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for New Orleans to St. Louis on December 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	15h 45m	5:30am	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	15h 45m	5:30am	Gateway Station	No tags
1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 5h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 5h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to St. Louis on December 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	15h 45m	5:30am	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	15h 45m	5:30am	Gateway Station	No tags
1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 5h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:41 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans 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 16 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

16h 30mAverage Duration

599 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$56 - $302	Average Duration16h 30m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$144 - $1,024	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 88kg CO₂e

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

New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, 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

4/55,651 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5651 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 $136

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to St. Louis start from $144. The average price for this train route is around $283. 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 New Orleans to St. Louis?
The average train ride duration from New Orleans to St. Louis is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 599 miles (966 km). The quickest train can get you there in 15h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the New Orleans to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from New Orleans to St. Louis?
The earliest train departs from New Orleans to St. Louis at 1:45pm. And the latest train departs at 1:45pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/14

$169

12/15

$169

Today

$169

12/17

$147

12/18

$169

12/19

$169

12/20

$226

12/21

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The cheapest trip from New Orleans to St. Louis was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $147

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

You can expect to pay from $147 to $945 for a train ticket from New Orleans to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $147 which is on 2025-12-17.