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Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Summit
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Summit. The journey takes about 4 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just R 505, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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 505
Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Summit, IL 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 Summit?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Summit start from R 505. The average price for this train route is around R 1 024. 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 Summit?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Summit is 4h 19m, covering a distance of 407 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Summit 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 Summit?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Summit departs at 04:30. And the latest train departs at 17:40.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Summit, IL was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 467To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from St. Louis to Summit, IL as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 467 to R 2 058 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Summit, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 467, which is on 2025-12-16.
What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Summit, IL?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between St. Louis and Summit, IL is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 1 024 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 505. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Summit, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from St. Louis to Summit, IL in about 4h 19m – that's the fastest way to get there!
