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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Boston start from $258. The average price for this train route is around $581. 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 St. Louis to Boston?

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Boston is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1028 miles (1658 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Amtrak .

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

The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Boston at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 8:10am.

Train St. Louis to Boston from $244 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Boston on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	2d	9:42am	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 12h	9:39pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 12h	9:39pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 14h	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 12h	9:39pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Boston on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 14h	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 12h	9:39pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 12h	9:39pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 14h	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 12h	9:39pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $133, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

1d 10hAverage Duration

1030 milesDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$133 - $418	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$258 - $2,089	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 151kg CO₂e

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

St. Louis

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

Amtrak

4/55,648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5648 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 $258

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Boston, MA, US 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 St. Louis to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Boston start from $258. The average price for this train route is around $581. 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 St. Louis to Boston?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Boston is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1028 miles (1658 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Boston 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 St. Louis to Boston?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Boston at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 8:10am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/13

$244

12/14

$956

Today

$402

12/16

$402

12/17

$498

12/18

$291

12/19

No data

12/20

No data

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $244

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

You can expect to pay from $244 to $1,557 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $291 which is on 2025-12-18.