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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Springfield start at NZ$28. The average price for this train route is around NZ$33. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from St. Louis to Springfield?

The average train trip from St. Louis to Springfield takes 1h 44m and covers 140 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 38m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Springfield route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Springfield?

The earliest train from St. Louis to Springfield departs at 4:30am. The latest train departs at 5:40pm.

Train St. Louis to Springfield from NZ$25 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Springfield on May 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:40pm	Gateway Station	1h 41m	7:21pm	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	1h 48m	4:43pm	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	1h 48m	4:43pm	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	5:40pm	Gateway Station	1h 41m	7:21pm	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Springfield on May 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	1h 38m	6:08am	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	1h 38m	6:08am	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	1h 44m	8:19am	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	1h 44m	8:19am	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03am	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Springfield on May 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	1h 38m	6:08am	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	1h 38m	6:08am	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	1h 44m	8:19am	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	1h 44m	8:19am	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03am	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Springfield on May 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	1h 38m	6:08am	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	1h 38m	6:08am	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	1h 44m	8:19am	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	1h 44m	8:19am	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03am	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Springfield on May 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	1h 38m	6:08am	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	1h 38m	6:08am	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	1h 44m	8:19am	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	1h 44m	8:19am	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03am	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Springfield on May 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	1h 38m	6:08am	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	1h 38m	6:08am	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	1h 44m	8:19am	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	1h 44m	8:19am	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03am	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Springfield on May 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	1h 38m	6:08am	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	1h 38m	6:08am	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	1h 44m	8:19am	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	1h 44m	8:19am	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03am	Springfield Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Springfield

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 1 hour 44 minutes, and with fares starting at just NZ$28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

1h 44mAverage Duration

140 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceNZ$34 - NZ$60	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceNZ$28 - NZ$126	Average Duration1h 44m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,798 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5798 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at NZ$28

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Springfield, IL 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 Springfield?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Springfield start at NZ$28. The average price for this train route is around NZ$33. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from St. Louis to Springfield?
The average train trip from St. Louis to Springfield takes 1h 44m and covers 140 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Springfield route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Springfield?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Springfield departs at 4:30am. The latest train departs at 5:40pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

05-06

NZ$25

05-07

NZ$44

Today

NZ$25

05-09

NZ$25

05-10

NZ$25

05-11

No data

05-12

NZ$25

05-13

NZ$25

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Springfield, IL was searched and found on May 6, 2026 with a price of NZ$25

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 Springfield, IL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from NZ$25 to NZ$452 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NZ$25 which is on 2026-05-09.

What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Springfield, IL?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time1h 45m	Avg PriceNZ$38	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time1h 44m	Avg PriceNZ$33	Daily Departures5

The best way to travel between St. Louis and Springfield, IL is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost NZ$33 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from NZ$28. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Springfield, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from St. Louis to Springfield, IL in about 1h 44m —that's the fastest way to get there!