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

The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to St. Louis start from $132. The average price for this train route is around $373. 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 Wilmington to St. Louis?

The average train ride duration from Wilmington to St. Louis is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 786 miles (1268 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak .

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

The earliest train departs from Wilmington to St. Louis at 8:45am. And the latest train departs at 1:25pm.

Train Wilmington to St. Louis from $166 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Wilmington to St. Louis on December 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:45am	Wilmington Station	1d 11h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	8:45am	Wilmington Station	1d 14h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	12:05pm	Wilmington Station	1d 8h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	1:31pm	Wilmington Station	1d 11h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	1:31pm	Wilmington Station	1d 6h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

779 milesDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$110 - $340	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$132 - $1,648	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 115kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Wilmington, DE and St. Louis?

Wilmington, DE

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Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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St. Louis

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

Amtrak

4/55,667 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5667 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 $132

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to St. Louis start from $132. The average price for this train route is around $373. 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 Wilmington to St. Louis?
The average train ride duration from Wilmington to St. Louis is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 786 miles (1268 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Wilmington to St. Louis 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 Wilmington to St. Louis?
The earliest train departs from Wilmington to St. Louis at 8:45am. And the latest train departs at 1:25pm.

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The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to St. Louis was searched and found on Dec 26, 2025 with a price of $174

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

You can expect to pay from $174 to $1,184 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $174 which is on 2025-12-26.