Trains tickets from Boston, MA, US to St Louis

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TodayJun 26
TomorrowJun 27
SatJun 28
from US$1,418
SunJun 29
from US$523
MonJun 30
from US$457
TueJul 1
from US$492
WedJul 2
from US$747
ThuJul 3

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 28 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: June 29 at
    Destination city: St Louis
    Destination location: Gateway Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to St Louis

Average PriceUS$97 - US$269Average Duration1d 6h
42kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$148 - US$612Average Duration1d 10h
152kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Boston to St Louis

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St Louis. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 6hAverage Duration
US$97Cheapest ticket
42kgCO₂ emissions

Train Boston to St Louis: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$289
Average train trip duration1d 10h
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure9:36am
Distance1668 km
Latest train departure12:57pm

Boston to St Louis Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston, MA, US - St Louis

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Boston to St Louis cost?

    The average train ticket price from Boston to St Louis is US$289. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Boston to St Louis 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!

  2. How long is the trip from Boston to St Louis?

    A train trip between Boston and St Louis is around 1d 10h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 7h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1669 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of trains from Boston to St Louis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Boston to St Louis by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Boston to St Louis?

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

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Boston to St Louis?

    Trains travelling between Boston and St Louis leave from Back Bay Station or South Station and arrive at Gateway Station.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
06-24
US$479
06-25
US$440
Today
US$465
06-27
US$535
06-28
US$1,368
06-29
US$504
06-30
US$440
07-01
US$474
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston to St Louis was searched and found on Jun 25, 2025 with a price of US$440

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston to St Louis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$440 to US$2,415 for a train ticket from Boston to St Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$440 which is on 2025-06-30.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Boston to St Louis is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to St Louis, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Boston and St Louis, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Boston to St Louis, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

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