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

The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to St. Louis start from R 1 024. The average price for this train route is around R 1 328. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Princeton to St. Louis is 10h 36m, covering a distance of 314 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 2m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

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

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

The earliest train from Princeton to St. Louis departs at 08:31. And the latest train departs at 12:21.

Train Princeton to St. Louis from R 761 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Princeton to St. Louis on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:31	Princeton, IL	15h 38m	00:09	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	08:31	Princeton, IL	10h 36m	19:07	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	08:31	Princeton, IL	10h 36m	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	08:31	Princeton, IL	13h 52m	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	08:31	Princeton, IL	13h 52m	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags

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Get from Princeton to St. Louis

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 10 hours 36 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 024, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

10h 36mAverage duration

314 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

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 1 024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Princeton, IL, US 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 Princeton to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to St. Louis start from R 1 024. The average price for this train route is around R 1 328. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Princeton to St. Louis?
The average train journey time from Princeton to St. Louis is 10h 36m, covering a distance of 314 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 2m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Princeton to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Princeton to St. Louis?
The earliest train from Princeton to St. Louis departs at 08:31. And the latest train departs at 12:21.

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The cheapest trip from Princeton, IL, US to St. Louis was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 540

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