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

The cheapest train tickets from Lawrence to St. Louis start from $51. The average price for this train route is around $65. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average train ride duration from Lawrence to St. Louis is 9h 26m, covering a distance of 272 miles (438 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 26m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Lawrence to St. Louis route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Lawrence to St. Louis?

The earliest train departs from Lawrence to St. Louis at 4:54am. And the latest train departs at 4:54am.

Train Lawrence to St. Louis from $48 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Lawrence to St. Louis on January 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:54am	Lawrence, KS	9h 26m	2:20pm	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:54am	Lawrence, KS	9h 26m	2:20pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	4:54am	Lawrence, KS	9h 26m	2:20pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	4:54am	Lawrence, KS	16h 51m	9:45pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	4:54am	Lawrence, KS	16h 51m	9:45pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Lawrence to St. Louis on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:54am	Lawrence, KS	9h 26m	2:20pm	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:54am	Lawrence, KS	9h 26m	2:20pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	4:54am	Lawrence, KS	9h 26m	2:20pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	4:54am	Lawrence, KS	16h 51m	9:45pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	4:54am	Lawrence, KS	16h 51m	9:45pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 10:05 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lawrence to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

4h 50mAverage Duration

273 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $211	Average Duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$51 - $95	Average Duration9h 26m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $51

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lawrence, US to St. Louis by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Lawrence to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Lawrence to St. Louis start from $51. The average price for this train route is around $65. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lawrence to St. Louis?
The average train ride duration from Lawrence to St. Louis is 9h 26m, covering a distance of 272 miles (438 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 26m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Lawrence to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Lawrence to St. Louis?
The earliest train departs from Lawrence to St. Louis at 4:54am. And the latest train departs at 4:54am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/24

$57

01/25

$54

Today

$50

01/27

$58

01/28

No data

01/29

No data

01/30

$65

01/31

No data

The cheapest trip from Lawrence, US to St. Louis was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $50

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

You can expect to pay from $50 to $431 for a train ticket from Lawrence, US to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $58 which is on 2026-01-27.

What's the cheapest way to go from Lawrence, US to St. Louis?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h 50m	Avg Price$68	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time9h 26m	Avg Price$65	Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Lawrence, US and St. Louis is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $65 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $51. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to St. Louis, choose the train, as it will take you from Lawrence, US to St. Louis in about 4h 50m - that's the fastest way to get there!