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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Los Angeles start from $166. The average price for this train route is around $250. 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 Los Angeles?

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Los Angeles is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1582 miles (2552 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 18h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Louis to Los Angeles 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 St. Louis to Los Angeles?

The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Los Angeles at 4:30am. And the latest train departs at 8:10pm.

Train St. Louis to Los Angeles from $159 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Los Angeles on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:42pm	Gateway Station	2d 11h	5:35am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	7:57am	Union Station	Fastest
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Train	7:42pm	Gateway Station	2d 11h	5:35am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Los Angeles on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	7:57am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2d 3h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2d 3h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2d 3h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Los Angeles on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:42pm	Gateway Station	2d 11h	5:35am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	7:57am	Union Station	Fastest
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2d 3h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Los Angeles on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	7:57am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2d 3h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2d 3h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2d 3h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Los Angeles on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	7:57am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2d 3h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2d 3h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2d 3h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Los Angeles on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	7:57am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2d 3h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Los Angeles on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	7:57am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	7:42pm	Gateway Station	2d 11h	5:35am	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2d 3h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:18 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $112, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 17hAverage Duration

1582 milesDistance

64kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$112 - $556	Average Duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 64kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$166 - $1,613	Average Duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 232kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Los Angeles, US?

St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Los Angeles, US

A
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
B
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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 $166

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 Los Angeles, US 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 Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Los Angeles start from $166. The average price for this train route is around $250. 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 Los Angeles?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Los Angeles is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1582 miles (2552 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 18h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Los Angeles 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 St. Louis to Los Angeles?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Los Angeles at 4:30am. And the latest train departs at 8:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$398

12/11

$331

Today

$232

12/13

$240

12/14

$232

12/15

No data

12/16

$244

12/17

$335

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $232

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 Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $232 to $2,201 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $232 which is on 2025-12-14.