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

The average train ticket price from St. Louis to Indianapolis is $86. The best way to find train tickets from St. Louis to Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?

A train trip between St. Louis and Indianapolis is around 14h 39m, although the fastest train will take about 12h 9m. This is the time it takes to travel the 230 miles that separates the two cities.

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

The number of trains from St. Louis to Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from St. Louis to Indianapolis?

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

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

Next departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Indianapolis on November 22
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 November 23
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 November 24
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 November 25
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
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
8:10am	Gateway Station	14h 39m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Indianapolis on November 26
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

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:07 PM CST.

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 $40, 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$40 - $147	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

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

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

Amtrak

4/55,597 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5597 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

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/19

$86

11/20

$97

Today

$105

11/22

$97

11/23

$86

11/24

$86

11/25

$82

11/26

$86

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Indianapolis was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $82

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 $82 to $649 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 2025-11-25.