How much does a train ticket from Salt Lake City to St. Louis cost?

The average train ticket price from Salt Lake City to St. Louis is $379. The best way to find train tickets from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to St. Louis?

A train trip between Salt Lake City and St. Louis is around 1d 18h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 18h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1159 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Salt Lake City and St. Louis?

The number of trains from Salt Lake City to St. Louis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Salt Lake City to St. Louis by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Salt Lake City to St. Louis?

When taking the train from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to St. Louis from $250 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Salt Lake City to St. Louis on November 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:20am	Central Station	1d 19h	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
3:20am	Central Station	1d 14h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
3:20am	Central Station	1d 18h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
3:20am	Central Station	1d 18h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
3:20am	Central Station	1d 18h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to St. Louis on December 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:20am	Central Station	1d 18h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
3:20am	Central Station	1d 14h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
3:20am	Central Station	1d 18h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
3:20am	Central Station	1d 18h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
3:20am	Central Station	1d 19h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to St. Louis on December 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:20am	Central Station	1d 18h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
3:20am	Central Station	1d 14h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
3:20am	Central Station	1d 18h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
3:20am	Central Station	1d 18h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
3:20am	Central Station	1d 19h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to St. Louis on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:20am	Central Station	1d 19h	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
3:20am	Central Station	1d 14h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
3:20am	Central Station	1d 18h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
3:20am	Central Station	1d 18h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
3:20am	Central Station	1d 18h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 10:45 AM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Salt Lake City 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 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

1158 milesDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$101 - $370	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$157 - $497	Average Duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 170kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salt Lake City and St. Louis?

Salt Lake City

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Central Station
300 S 600 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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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

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5614 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 $157

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salt Lake City to St. Louis by train

How much does a train ticket from Salt Lake City to St. Louis cost?
How long is the train trip from Salt Lake City to St. Louis?
How many daily trains are there between Salt Lake City and St. Louis?
Which train companies travel from Salt Lake City to St. Louis?
What are the best sights and things to do in St. Louis?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/27

$368

11/28

$368

Today

$448

11/30

$425

12/01

$357

12/02

$250

12/03

$257

12/04

$265

The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to St. Louis was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $250

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

You can expect to pay from $250 to $1,986 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $250 which is on 2025-12-02.