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Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Cincinnati
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 16 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 693, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5761 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 583
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 differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Cincinnati?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Cincinnati start from R 1 583. The average price for this train route is around R 1 835. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 494 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 17m 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 08:10.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Cincinnati was searched and found on 24 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 754To 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 R 1 754 to R 8 233 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 R 2 274, which is on 2026-02-28.
