Train from Gainesville, TX to St. Louis: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Gainesville to St. Louis on 4 March
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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 20 hours 27 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
20h 27mAverage duration
835 kmDistance
76kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 3 284 - R 3 914Average duration15h 25m
21kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 105 - R 2 922Average duration20h 27m
76kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, TX to St. Louis by train

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

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Gainesville to St. Louis start from R 2 105. The average price for this train route is around R 2 435. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Gainesville to St. Louis is 20h 27m, covering a distance of 835 km. The quickest train can get you there in 19h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Gainesville to St. Louis route?

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

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

    The earliest train from Gainesville to St. Louis departs at 11:03. And the latest train departs at 11:03.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, TX to St. Louis was searched and found on 06 Mar 2026 with a price of R 1 696

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 696 to R 8 795 for a train ticket from Gainesville, TX to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 696, which is on 2026-03-06.

What's the cheapest way to go from Gainesville, TX to St. Louis?

busbud logoThe Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Gainesville, TX and St. Louis is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 2 435 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 2 105. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to St. Louis, choose the train, as it will take you from Gainesville, TX to St. Louis in about 15h 25m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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