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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Cincinnati start from £76. The average price for this train route is around £95. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Cincinnati?

The average train journey time from St. Louis to Cincinnati is 18h 17m, covering a distance of 306 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 15h 47m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from St. Louis to Cincinnati departs at 08:10. And the latest train departs at 10:40.

Train St. Louis to Cincinnati from £72 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from St. Louis to Cincinnati on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	18h 17m	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	18h 17m	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags
Train	10:25	Gateway Station	16h 2m	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	18h 17m	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	18h 17m	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Cincinnati

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

6h 50mAverage duration

311 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£36 - £81	Average duration6h 50m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£76 - £553	Average duration18h 17m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5618 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 £76

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Cincinnati by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from St. Louis to Cincinnati?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Cincinnati start from £76. The average price for this train route is around £95. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Cincinnati?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Cincinnati is 18h 17m, covering a distance of 306 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 15h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Cincinnati route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Cincinnati?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Cincinnati departs at 08:10. And the latest train departs at 10:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Cincinnati was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £400

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 Cincinnati as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £400 to £630 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £400, which is on 2025-12-02.