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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Lake Charles start from $185. The average price for this train route is around $214. 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 Lake Charles?

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Lake Charles is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 603 miles (973 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Louis to Lake Charles 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 St. Louis to Lake Charles?

The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Lake Charles at 7:42pm. And the latest train departs at 8:10pm.

Train St. Louis to Lake Charles from $189 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Lake Charles on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:10pm	Gateway Station	1d 19h	3:29pm	Lake Charles, LA	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:10pm	Gateway Station	1d 19h	3:29pm	Lake Charles, LA	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 9:25 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Lake Charles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

604 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$123 - $249	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$185 - $245	Average Duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 88kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5750 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 $185

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Lake Charles start from $185. The average price for this train route is around $214. 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 Lake Charles?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Lake Charles is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 603 miles (973 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Lake Charles 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 St. Louis to Lake Charles?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Lake Charles at 7:42pm. And the latest train departs at 8:10pm.

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

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The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Lake Charles was searched and found on Jan 25, 2026 with a price of $189

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 Lake Charles, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $189 to $884 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Lake Charles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $189 which is on 2026-01-28.