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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Saint Paul start from $75. The average price for this train route is around $158. 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 Saint Paul?

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Saint Paul is 16h 21m, covering a distance of 461 miles (743 km). The quickest train can get you there in 14h 11m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Louis to Saint Paul route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Saint Paul at 4:30am. And the latest train departs at 6:35am.

Train St. Louis to Saint Paul from $91 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Saint Paul on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	14h 11m	6:41pm	Union Depot	CheapestFastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	14h 11m	6:41pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Saint Paul on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	Cheapest
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	16h 21m	10:56pm	Union Depot	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	16h 21m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Saint Paul on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	14h 11m	6:41pm	Union Depot	CheapestFastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	14h 11m	6:41pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Saint Paul on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	14h 11m	6:41pm	Union Depot	CheapestFastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	14h 11m	6:41pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Saint Paul on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	14h 11m	6:41pm	Union Depot	CheapestFastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	14h 11m	6:41pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Saint Paul on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	Cheapest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	14h 11m	6:41pm	Union Depot	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	14h 11m	6:41pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Saint Paul on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	14h 11m	6:41pm	Union Depot	CheapestFastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	14h 11m	6:41pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	18h 26m	10:56pm	Union Depot	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Saint Paul

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Saint Paul. The journey takes about 16 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just $75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

16h 21mAverage Duration

461 milesDistance

68kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$79 - $286	Average Duration20h 25m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$75 - $492	Average Duration16h 21m	CO₂ emissions 68kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Saint Paul, US?

St. Louis

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Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Saint Paul, US

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Union Depot
240 Kellogg Blvd E (Union Depot), St Paul, MN 55101
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 $75

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 Saint Paul, 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 Saint Paul?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Saint Paul start from $75. The average price for this train route is around $158. 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 Saint Paul?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Saint Paul is 16h 21m, covering a distance of 461 miles (743 km). The quickest train can get you there in 14h 11m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Saint Paul route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Saint Paul?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Saint Paul at 4:30am. And the latest train departs at 6:35am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$140

12/11

$140

Today

$124

12/13

$137

12/14

$242

12/15

$100

12/16

$91

12/17

$151

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Saint Paul, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $91

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 Saint Paul, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $91 to $407 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Saint Paul, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $91 which is on 2025-12-16.