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

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to St. Louis start from $162. The average price for this train route is around $299. 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 Richmond to St. Louis?

The average train ride duration from Richmond to St. Louis is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 697 miles (1124 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak .

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

Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Richmond to St. Louis at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 12:52pm.

Train Richmond to St. Louis from $131 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Richmond to St. Louis on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	1d 16h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Richmond to St. Louis on February 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	1d 12h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	1d 10h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	1d 10h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond 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, 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

697 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$120 - $329	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$162 - $1,274	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 102kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Richmond, VA, US and St. Louis?

Richmond, VA, US

A
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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B
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, 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

4/55,752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5752 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 $162

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, 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 Richmond to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to St. Louis start from $162. The average price for this train route is around $299. 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 Richmond to St. Louis?
The average train ride duration from Richmond to St. Louis is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 697 miles (1124 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Richmond to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to St. Louis?
The earliest train departs from Richmond to St. Louis at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 12:52pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/28

$222

01/29

$264

Today

$239

01/31

$1,695

02/01

No data

02/02

$184

02/03

$155

02/04

No data

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to St. Louis was searched and found on Feb 3, 2026 with a price of $155

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

You can expect to pay from $155 to $1,695 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $155 which is on 2026-02-03.