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

The average train ticket price from Washington to St. Louis is $211. The best way to find train tickets from Washington 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 Washington to St. Louis?

A train trip between Washington and St. Louis is around 1d 9h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 708 miles that separates the two cities.

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

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

Which train companies travel from Washington to St. Louis?

When taking the train from Washington 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 Washington to St. Louis from $98 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to St. Louis on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	1d 9h	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	1d 4h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	1d 4h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	1d 9h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 7:50 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington 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, 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d Average Duration

706 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$96 - $410	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$103 - $1,913	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Washington, DC, US and St. Louis?

Washington, DC, US

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Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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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

4/55,609 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5609 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 $103

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US 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

11/25

$268

11/26

$202

Today

$157

11/28

$157

11/29

$374

11/30

$239

12/01

$149

12/02

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to St. Louis was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $149

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

You can expect to pay from $149 to $1,515 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $149 which is on 2025-12-01.