Train from St. Louis to Los Angeles, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for St. Louis to Los Angeles on December 13
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
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Union StationCheapestFastest
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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 17hAverage Duration
2551 kmDistance
64kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$158 - $784Average Duration1d 17h
64kg CO₂e
Average Price$234 - $2,276Average Duration2d 3h
232kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Los Angeles, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Los Angeles start at $234. The average price for this train route is around $353. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from St. Louis to Los Angeles?

    The average train trip from St. Louis to Los Angeles takes 2d 3h and covers 2552 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 18h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Los Angeles route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Los Angeles?

    The earliest train from St. Louis to Los Angeles departs at 4:30am. The latest train departs at 8:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12-10
$562
12-11
$468
Today
$328
12-13
$339
12-14
$328
12-15
No data
12-16
$345
12-17
$473
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $328

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 Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $328 to $2,162 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $328 which is on 2025-12-14.

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