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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Summit start at $42. The average price for this train route is around $84. 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 Summit?

The average train trip from St. Louis to Summit takes 4h 19m and covers 407 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Summit route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from St. Louis to Summit departs at 4:30am. The latest train departs at 5:40pm.

Train St. Louis to Summit from $39 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Summit on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	4h 19m	8:49am	Summit, IL	Cheapest
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	4h 16m	7:11pm	Summit, IL	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	4h 19m	8:49am	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	4h 29m	11:04am	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	5:40pm	Gateway Station	4h 20m	10:00pm	Summit, IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Summit

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Summit. The journey takes about 4 hours 19 minutes, and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

4h 19mAverage Duration

407 kmDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$138 - $138	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$42 - $176	Average Duration4h 19m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5638 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 $42

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Summit, IL 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 Summit?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Summit start at $42. The average price for this train route is around $84. 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 Summit?
The average train trip from St. Louis to Summit takes 4h 19m and covers 407 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Summit route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Summit?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Summit departs at 4:30am. The latest train departs at 5:40pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-09

$67

12-10

$80

Today

$80

12-12

$80

12-13

No data

12-14

No data

12-15

No data

12-16

$39

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Summit, IL was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $39

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 Summit, IL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $39 to $169 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Summit, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-12-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Summit, IL?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time4h 20m	Avg Price$138	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time4h 19m	Avg Price$84	Daily Departures3

The best way to travel between St. Louis and Summit, IL is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $84 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $42. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Summit, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from St. Louis to Summit, IL in about 4h 19m —that's the fastest way to get there!