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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Cincinnati start from R 1 686. The average price for this train route is around R 2 796. 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 Cincinnati?

The average train journey time from St. Louis to Cincinnati is 18h 17m, covering a distance of 494 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 47m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

The earliest train from St. Louis to Cincinnati departs at 08:10. And the latest train departs at 10:40.

Train St. Louis to Cincinnati from R 1 730 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Cincinnati on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	08:10	Gateway Station	18h 17m	03:27	Union Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	08:10	Gateway Station	18h 17m	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:55 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Cincinnati

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 850, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

9h 40mAverage duration

502 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 850 - R 3 047	Average duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 686 - R 14 590	Average duration18h 17m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 1 686

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Cincinnati start from R 1 686. The average price for this train route is around R 2 796. 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 Cincinnati?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Cincinnati is 18h 17m, covering a distance of 494 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Cincinnati 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 St. Louis to Cincinnati?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Cincinnati departs at 08:10. And the latest train departs at 10:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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R 9 010

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R 2 646

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R 1 730

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The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Cincinnati was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 730

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 Cincinnati as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 730 to R 9 010 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 730, which is on 2025-12-16.