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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Gateway Station | Union Terminal | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Gateway Station | Union Terminal | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Cincinnati
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5639 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 $98
Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Cincinnati 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 St. Louis to Cincinnati?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Cincinnati start from $98. The average price for this train route is around $162. 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 St. Louis to Cincinnati?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Cincinnati is 18h 17m, covering a distance of 306 miles (494 km). The quickest train can get you there in 15h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Cincinnati route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Cincinnati?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Cincinnati at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 10:40am.
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 Cincinnati was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $100To 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 $100 to $521 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 $100 which is on 2025-12-16.
