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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Philadelphia start from $145. The average price for this train route is around $296. 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 Philadelphia?

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Philadelphia is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 806 miles (1300 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

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

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

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

Train St. Louis to Philadelphia from $133 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Philadelphia on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 7h	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 7h	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Philadelphia on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 11h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 11h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 7h	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

789 milesDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$87 - $361	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$145 - $1,160	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 118kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5751 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 $145

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Philadelphia start from $145. The average price for this train route is around $296. 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 Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Philadelphia is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 806 miles (1300 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Philadelphia 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.

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$259

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$133

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$138

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The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $133

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $133 to $918 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $133 which is on 2026-01-29.