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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale start at $268. The average price for this train route is around $775. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale?

The average train trip from St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale takes 2d 8h and covers 1678 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 8h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale?

The earliest train from St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale departs at 8:10am. The latest train departs at 8:10am.

Train St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale from $257 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale on January 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	5:31pm	Tri-Rail Station	CheapestFastest
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	5:31pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	6:06pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	6:06pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
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Next departures for St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale on January 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	5:31pm	Tri-Rail Station	CheapestFastest
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	5:31pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	6:06pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	6:06pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale on January 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	5:31pm	Tri-Rail Station	CheapestFastest
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	5:31pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	6:06pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	6:06pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	6:06pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale on January 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	5:31pm	Tri-Rail Station	CheapestFastest
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	5:31pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	6:06pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	6:06pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	6:06pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale on January 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	5:31pm	Tri-Rail Station	CheapestFastest
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	5:31pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	6:06pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	6:06pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	6:06pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale on January 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	5:31pm	Tri-Rail Station	CheapestFastest
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	5:31pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	6:06pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	6:06pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	2d 8h	6:06pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:33 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Fort Lauderdale. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $157, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

1686 kmDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$157 - $658	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$268 - $4,364	Average Duration2d 8h	CO₂ emissions 153kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,719 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5719 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $268

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale start at $268. The average price for this train route is around $775. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale?
The average train trip from St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale takes 2d 8h and covers 1678 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale departs at 8:10am. The latest train departs at 8:10am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-07

$236

01-08

$257

Today

$1,488

01-10

$588

01-11

$470

01-12

$404

01-13

$393

01-14

$404

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $236

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 Fort Lauderdale, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $236 to $2,337 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Fort Lauderdale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $393 which is on 2026-01-13.