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

The cheapest train tickets from Ann Arbor to St. Louis start from R 1 292. The average price for this train route is around R 2 992. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Ann Arbor to St. Louis?

The average train journey time from Ann Arbor to St. Louis is 13h, covering a distance of 682 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12h 38m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Ann Arbor to St. Louis route?

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

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

The earliest train from Ann Arbor to St. Louis departs at 07:14. And the latest train departs at 10:38.

Train Ann Arbor to St. Louis from R 1 228 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Ann Arbor to St. Louis on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:23	Train Station	13h	22:23	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Ann Arbor to St. Louis on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:23	Train Station	13h	22:23	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:23	Train Station	13h	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Ann Arbor to St. Louis on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:23	Train Station	13h	22:23	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	07:14	Train Station	12h 53m	19:07	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	07:14	Train Station	12h 53m	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	10:23	Train Station	13h	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Ann Arbor to St. Louis on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:23	Train Station	13h	22:23	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	07:14	Train Station	12h 53m	19:07	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	07:14	Train Station	12h 53m	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	07:14	Train Station	12h 53m	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	10:23	Train Station	13h	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Ann Arbor to St. Louis on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:23	Train Station	13h	22:23	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	07:14	Train Station	12h 53m	19:07	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	07:14	Train Station	12h 53m	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	07:14	Train Station	12h 53m	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	10:23	Train Station	13h	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:47 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Ann Arbor to St. Louis

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 13 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 292, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

13hAverage duration

682 kmDistance

62kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 136 - R 4 222	Average duration14h 50m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 292 - R 12 120	Average duration13h	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Ann Arbor and St. Louis?

Ann Arbor

A
Train Station
325 Depot St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, 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

4/55 638 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 292

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ann Arbor to St. Louis by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Ann Arbor to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Ann Arbor to St. Louis start from R 1 292. The average price for this train route is around R 2 992. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Ann Arbor to St. Louis?
The average train journey time from Ann Arbor to St. Louis is 13h, covering a distance of 682 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Ann Arbor to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ann Arbor to St. Louis?
The earliest train from Ann Arbor to St. Louis departs at 07:14. And the latest train departs at 10:38.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 2 145

11/12

R 2 785

Today

R 4 220

13/12

R 2 664

14/12

R 3 303

15/12

R 2 127

16/12

R 1 833

17/12

R 1 505

The cheapest trip from Ann Arbor to St. Louis was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 505

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 505 to R 9 390 for a train ticket from Ann Arbor to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 505, which is on 2025-12-17.