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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Erie start from $82. The average price for this train route is around $241. 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 Erie?

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Erie is 22h 8m, covering a distance of 584 miles (941 km). The quickest train can get you there in 15h 23m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Louis to Erie route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Erie at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 2:55pm.

Train St. Louis to Erie from $177 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Erie on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	15h 23m	7:18am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	22h 8m	7:18am	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	22h 8m	7:18am	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	22h 8m	7:18am	Union Station	No tags
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	15h 23m	7:18am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:40 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Erie

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Erie. The journey takes about 20 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

20h 55mAverage Duration

584 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$94 - $212	Average Duration20h 55m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$82 - $998	Average Duration22h 8m	CO₂ emissions 86kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5708 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 $82

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Erie 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 Erie?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Erie start from $82. The average price for this train route is around $241. 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 Erie?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Erie is 22h 8m, covering a distance of 584 miles (941 km). The quickest train can get you there in 15h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Erie route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Erie?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Erie at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 2:55pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/04

$231

01/05

$151

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01/07

$177

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The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Erie was searched and found on Jan 5, 2026 with a price of $151

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 Erie, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $151 to $1,468 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Erie based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $177 which is on 2026-01-07.