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

The cheapest train tickets from Galesburg to St. Louis start from $78. The average price for this train route is around $78. 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 Galesburg to St. Louis?

The average train ride duration from Galesburg to St. Louis is 11h 30m, covering a distance of 161 miles (259 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 55m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

The earliest train departs from Galesburg to St. Louis at 7:37am. And the latest train departs at 11:28am.

Train Galesburg to St. Louis from $78 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Galesburg to St. Louis on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:37am	Amtrak Station	16h 32m	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	7:37am	Amtrak Station	14h 46m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	7:37am	Amtrak Station	11h 30m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:28am	Amtrak Station	10h 55m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	7:37am	Amtrak Station	14h 46m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Galesburg 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 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

5h 40mAverage Duration

161 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$86 - $86	Average Duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$78 - $97	Average Duration11h 30m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5621 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 $78

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Galesburg, IL 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 Galesburg to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Galesburg to St. Louis start from $78. The average price for this train route is around $78. 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 Galesburg to St. Louis?
The average train ride duration from Galesburg to St. Louis is 11h 30m, covering a distance of 161 miles (259 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Galesburg to St. Louis 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 Galesburg to St. Louis?
The earliest train departs from Galesburg to St. Louis at 7:37am. And the latest train departs at 11:28am.

What's the cheapest way to go from Galesburg, IL to St. Louis?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time5h 40m	Avg Price$86	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time11h 30m	Avg Price$78	Daily Departures4

The best way to travel between Galesburg, IL and St. Louis is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $78 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $78. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to St. Louis, choose the train, as it will take you from Galesburg, IL to St. Louis in about 5h 40m - that's the fastest way to get there!