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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Indianapolis start from $70. The average price for this train route is around $95. 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 Indianapolis?

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Indianapolis is 14h 39m, covering a distance of 230 miles (371 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 35m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Indianapolis at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 10:40am.

Train St. Louis to Indianapolis from $66 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Indianapolis on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:35am	Gateway Station	12h 15m	7:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		6:35am	Gateway Station	12h 15m	7:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Indianapolis on December 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:35am	Gateway Station	12h 15m	7:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
2:55pm	Gateway Station	10h 55m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
6:35am	Gateway Station	12h 15m	7:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	14h 39m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
2:55pm	Gateway Station	10h 55m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Indianapolis on December 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:35am	Gateway Station	12h 15m	7:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
2:55pm	Gateway Station	10h 55m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
6:35am	Gateway Station	12h 15m	7:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
2:55pm	Gateway Station	10h 55m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Indianapolis on December 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:35am	Gateway Station	12h 15m	7:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
2:55pm	Gateway Station	10h 55m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
6:35am	Gateway Station	12h 15m	7:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
2:55pm	Gateway Station	10h 55m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Indianapolis on December 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:35am	Gateway Station	12h 15m	7:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
2:55pm	Gateway Station	10h 55m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
6:35am	Gateway Station	12h 15m	7:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	14h 39m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	14h 39m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Indianapolis on December 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:35am	Gateway Station	12h 15m	7:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
2:55pm	Gateway Station	10h 55m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
6:35am	Gateway Station	12h 15m	7:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
2:55pm	Gateway Station	10h 55m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Indianapolis on December 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:35am	Gateway Station	12h 15m	7:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
2:55pm	Gateway Station	10h 55m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
6:35am	Gateway Station	12h 15m	7:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	14h 39m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	14h 39m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 4 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

4h 25mAverage Duration

230 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$32 - $156	Average Duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$70 - $598	Average Duration14h 39m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Indianapolis?

St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5637 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 $70

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Indianapolis start from $70. The average price for this train route is around $95. 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 Indianapolis?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Indianapolis is 14h 39m, covering a distance of 230 miles (371 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Indianapolis 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.

Best price found

12/09

$79

12/10

$86

Today

$122

12/12

$97

12/13

$97

12/14

$86

12/15

$86

12/16

$82

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Indianapolis was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $79

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 Indianapolis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $79 to $481 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $82 which is on 2025-12-16.