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Last refresh of the prices: 21/11/2025 EST.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to St. Louis
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 day, 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Washington, DC, US and St. Louis?
Train Companies
Based on 5610 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £80
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to St. Louis by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to St. Louis start from £80. The average price for this train route is around £164. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to St. Louis?
The average train journey time from Washington to St. Louis is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 710 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to St. Louis?
The earliest train from Washington to St. Louis departs at 07:50. And the latest train departs at 15:57.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to St. Louis was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £116To 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 £116 to £1,176 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 £116, which is on 2025-12-01.
