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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Los Angeles start from R 2 859. The average price for this train route is around R 4 305. 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 Los Angeles?

The average train journey time from St. Louis to Los Angeles is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 2552 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 18h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Los Angeles route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from St. Louis to Los Angeles departs at 04:30. And the latest train departs at 20:10.

Train St. Louis to Los Angeles from R 2 742 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Los Angeles on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:42	Gateway Station	2d 11h	05:35	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	1d 18h	07:57	Union Station	Fastest
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	1d 18h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	1d 18h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	19:42	Gateway Station	2d 11h	05:35	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Los Angeles on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	1d 18h	07:57	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	2d 3h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	2d 3h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	2d 3h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	1d 18h	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Los Angeles on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:42	Gateway Station	2d 11h	05:35	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	1d 18h	07:57	Union Station	Fastest
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	2d 3h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	1d 18h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	1d 18h	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Los Angeles on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	1d 18h	07:57	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	2d 3h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	2d 3h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	2d 3h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	1d 18h	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Los Angeles on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	1d 18h	07:57	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	2d 3h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	2d 3h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	2d 3h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	1d 18h	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Los Angeles on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	1d 18h	07:57	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	2d 3h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	1d 18h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	1d 18h	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Los Angeles on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	1d 18h	07:57	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	19:42	Gateway Station	2d 11h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	2d 3h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	1d 18h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	1d 18h	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:18 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 926, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 17hAverage duration

2551 kmDistance

64kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 926 - R 9 573	Average duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 64kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 859 - R 27 811	Average duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 232kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Los Angeles, US?

St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Los Angeles, US

A
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
B
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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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 2 859

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Los Angeles start from R 2 859. The average price for this train route is around R 4 305. 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 Los Angeles?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Los Angeles is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 2552 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 18h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Los Angeles route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Los Angeles?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Los Angeles departs at 04:30. And the latest train departs at 20:10.

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 6 864

11/12

R 5 708

Today

R 4 001

13/12

R 4 139

14/12

R 4 001

15/12

No data

16/12

R 4 208

17/12

R 5 777

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 001

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 Los Angeles, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 4 001 to R 37 955 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 001, which is on 2025-12-14.