How much does a train ticket from Philadelphia to St. Louis cost?

The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to St. Louis is $278. The best way to find train tickets from Philadelphia to St. Louis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Philadelphia to St. Louis?

A train trip between Philadelphia and St. Louis is around 1d 8h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 7h. This is the time it takes to travel the 808 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Philadelphia and St. Louis?

The number of trains from Philadelphia to St. Louis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Philadelphia to St. Louis by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to St. Louis?

When taking the train from Philadelphia to St. Louis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in St. Louis?

Once in St. Louis, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Anheuser-Busch Brewery, Forest Park, Old St. Louis County Courthouse, Saint Louis Zoo, Gateway Arch.

Train Philadelphia to St. Louis from $181 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to St. Louis on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	1d 12h	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	1d 7h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	1d 7h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	1d 12h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	12:00pm	30th Street Station	1d 8h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to St. Louis on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:15am	30th Street Station	1d 15h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	1d 7h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	8:15am	30th Street Station	1d 11h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	8:15am	30th Street Station	1d 15h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	30th Street Station	1d 10h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to St. Louis on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:03pm	30th Street Station	1d 12h	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	1:03pm	30th Street Station	1d 7h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	1:03pm	30th Street Station	1d 7h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	1:03pm	30th Street Station	1d 7h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	1:03pm	30th Street Station	1d 12h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia 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, 3 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

808 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$69 - $334	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$133 - $1,834	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 118kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,598 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5598 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 $133

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/20

$305

11/21

$291

Today

$453

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$359

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11/26

$489

11/27

$248

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $248

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

You can expect to pay from $248 to $1,770 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $248 which is on 2025-11-27.