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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Boston start from R 4 436. The average price for this train route is around R 9 989. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from St. Louis to Boston is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1658 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Boston 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 St. Louis to Boston?

The earliest train from St. Louis to Boston departs at 08:10. And the latest train departs at 08:10.

Train St. Louis to Boston from R 4 197 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Boston on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 14h	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 12h	21:39	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 12h	21:39	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 14h	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 12h	21:39	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Boston on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 14h	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 12h	21:39	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 12h	21:39	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 14h	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 12h	21:39	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 273, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

1d 10hAverage duration

1662 kmDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 273 - R 7 175	Average duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 436 - R 35 924	Average duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 151kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Boston, MA, US?

St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Boston, MA, US

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 649 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5649 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 4 436

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Boston, MA, US 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 St. Louis to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Boston start from R 4 436. The average price for this train route is around R 9 989. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Boston?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Boston is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1658 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Boston 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 St. Louis to Boston?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Boston departs at 08:10. And the latest train departs at 08:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

13/12

R 4 197

14/12

R 16 442

Today

R 6 914

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R 7 791

17/12

R 8 565

18/12

R 5 005

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The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 197

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 Boston, MA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 4 197 to R 26 778 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 005, which is on 2025-12-18.