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

The average train ticket price from St. Louis to Richmond is $390. The best way to find train tickets from St. Louis to Richmond 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 St. Louis to Richmond?

A train trip between St. Louis and Richmond is around 1d 10h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 696 miles that separates the two cities.

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

The number of trains from St. Louis to Richmond 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 St. Louis to Richmond by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from St. Louis to Richmond?

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

Train St. Louis to Richmond from $143 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Richmond on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 12h	9:39pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 6h	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 12h	9:39pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:43 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours and with fares starting at just $94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

698 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$94 - $436	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$142 - $2,253	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 102kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Richmond, VA, US?

St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Richmond, VA, US

A
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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B
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5618 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 $142

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Richmond, VA, US 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

11/28

$1,135

11/29

$628

Today

$1,197

12/01

$999

12/02

No data

12/03

$201

12/04

No data

12/05

No data

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $201

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 Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $201 to $1,930 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $201 which is on 2025-12-03.