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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Harrisburg start from $250. The average price for this train route is around $255. 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 Harrisburg?

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Harrisburg is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 718 miles (1158 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Louis to Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg?

The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Harrisburg at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 8:10am.

Train St. Louis to Harrisburg from $264 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Harrisburg on January 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 6h	3:50pm	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 3h	12:55pm	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 3h	12:55pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 3h	12:55pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 6h	3:50pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Harrisburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Harrisburg. The journey takes about 20 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

20h 5mAverage Duration

718 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$117 - $272	Average Duration20h 5m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$250 - $1,030	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 105kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5715 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 $250

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Harrisburg start from $250. The average price for this train route is around $255. 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 Harrisburg?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Harrisburg is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 718 miles (1158 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Harrisburg at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 8:10am.

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The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Harrisburg was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $264

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 Harrisburg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $264 to $600 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Harrisburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $264 which is on 2026-01-09.