How much does a train ticket from St. Louis to Denver cost?

The average train ticket price from St. Louis to Denver is $258. The best way to find train tickets from St. Louis to Denver is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from St. Louis to Denver?

A train trip between St. Louis and Denver is around 1d 2h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 2h. This is the time it takes to travel the 794 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between St. Louis and Denver?

The number of trains from St. Louis to Denver can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from St. Louis to Denver by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from St. Louis to Denver?

When taking the train from St. Louis to Denver, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in Denver?

Once in Denver, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Clyfford Still Museum, Colorado State Capitol, Denver Zoo, Molly Brown House Museum, Denver Museum of Nature & Science.

Train St. Louis to Denver from $181 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Denver on November 26
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d	7:56am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:35am	Gateway Station	1d 2h	7:56am	Union Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d	7:56am	Union Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d	7:56am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Denver on November 27
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:35am	Gateway Station	1d 2h	7:56am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:35am	Gateway Station	1d 2h	7:56am	Union Station	No tags
6:35am	Gateway Station	1d 2h	7:56am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Denver on November 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d	7:56am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:35am	Gateway Station	1d 2h	7:56am	Union Station	No tags
6:35am	Gateway Station	1d 2h	7:56am	Union Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d	7:56am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Denver on November 29
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d	7:56am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:35am	Gateway Station	1d 2h	7:56am	Union Station	No tags
6:35am	Gateway Station	1d 2h	7:56am	Union Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d	7:56am	Union Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d	7:56am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 1:20 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Denver

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Denver. The journey takes about 17 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

17h 15mAverage Duration

794 milesDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$83 - $364	Average Duration17h 15m	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$185 - $701	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 116kg CO₂e

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

St. Louis

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Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Denver

A
Union Station
1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,607 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5607 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 $182

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 Denver by train

How much does a train ticket from St. Louis to Denver cost?
How long is the train trip from St. Louis to Denver?
How many daily trains are there between St. Louis and Denver?
Which train companies travel from St. Louis to Denver?
What are the best sights and things to do in Denver?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/23

$313

11/24

$365

Today

$365

11/26

$327

11/27

$284

11/28

$372

11/29

$365

11/30

$365

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Denver was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $284

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 Denver, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $284 to $1,461 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Denver based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $284 which is on 2025-11-27.