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

The cheapest train tickets from Raleigh to St. Louis start from $168. The average price for this train route is around $337. 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 Raleigh to St. Louis?

The average train ride duration from Raleigh to St. Louis is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 664 miles (1071 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak .

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

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Raleigh to St. Louis at 9:17am. And the latest train departs at 5:30pm.

Train Raleigh to St. Louis from $262 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Raleigh to St. Louis on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:30pm	Union Station	2d 2h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
Train	5:30pm	Union Station	2d 2h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	5:30pm	Union Station	2d 2h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	5:30pm	Union Station	2d 2h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	5:30pm	Union Station	2d 2h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to St. Louis on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:17am	Union Station	1d 14h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	9:17am	Union Station	1d 10h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	9:17am	Union Station	1d 10h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	9:17am	Union Station	1d 14h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	9:17am	Union Station	1d 14h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to St. Louis on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:17am	Union Station	1d 14h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	9:17am	Union Station	1d 10h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	9:17am	Union Station	1d 14h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	9:17am	Union Station	1d 14h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	9:17am	Union Station	1d 15h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:45 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Raleigh 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 1 day, 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

667 milesDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$128 - $488	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$168 - $2,281	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,644 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5644 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 $168

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Raleigh to St. Louis start from $168. The average price for this train route is around $337. 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 Raleigh to St. Louis?
The average train ride duration from Raleigh to St. Louis is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 664 miles (1071 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Raleigh to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Raleigh to St. Louis?
The earliest train departs from Raleigh to St. Louis at 9:17am. And the latest train departs at 5:30pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/12

$337

12/13

$250

Today

$268

12/15

$320

12/16

No data

12/17

No data

12/18

No data

12/19

$459

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to St. Louis was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $250

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

You can expect to pay from $250 to $1,709 for a train ticket from Raleigh to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $320 which is on 2025-12-15.