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

The average train ticket price from Chicago to St. Louis is R 604. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Chicago 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!

How long is the train trip from Chicago to St. Louis?

A train trip between Chicago and St. Louis is around 5h 1m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 46m. This is the time it takes to travel the 419 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Chicago and St. Louis?

The number of trains from Chicago to St. Louis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Chicago to St. Louis by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Chicago to St. Louis?

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

Train Chicago to St. Louis from R 475 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Chicago to St. Louis on 14 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 59m	00:09	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 15m	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 15m	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 3m	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 3m	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
19:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 59m	00:09	Gateway Station	No tags
20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	9h 25m	05:30	Gateway Station	No tags
20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	9h 25m	05:30	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to St. Louis on 15 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 46m	12:01	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 46m	12:01	Gateway Station	No tags
09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 1m	14:51	Gateway Station	No tags
09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 1m	14:51	Gateway Station	No tags
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 15m	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 15m	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 3m	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 3m	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to St. Louis on 16 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 46m	12:01	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 46m	12:01	Gateway Station	No tags
09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 1m	14:51	Gateway Station	No tags
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 15m	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 3m	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 3m	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
19:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 59m	00:09	Gateway Station	No tags
19:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 59m	00:09	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to St. Louis on 17 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 59m	00:09	Gateway Station	Cheapest
07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 46m	12:01	Gateway Station	Fastest
07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 46m	12:01	Gateway Station	No tags
09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 1m	14:51	Gateway Station	No tags
09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 1m	14:51	Gateway Station	No tags
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 15m	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 15m	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 3m	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to St. Louis on 18 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 46m	12:01	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 46m	12:01	Gateway Station	No tags
09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 1m	14:51	Gateway Station	No tags
09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 1m	14:51	Gateway Station	No tags
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 15m	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 15m	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 3m	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 3m	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to St. Louis on 19 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 46m	12:01	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 46m	12:01	Gateway Station	No tags
09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 1m	14:51	Gateway Station	No tags
09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 1m	14:51	Gateway Station	No tags
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 15m	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 15m	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 3m	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 3m	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to St. Louis on 20 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 46m	12:01	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 46m	12:01	Gateway Station	No tags
16:22	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 15m	21:37	Gateway Station	No tags
17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 3m	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 3m	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
19:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 59m	00:09	Gateway Station	No tags
19:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 59m	00:09	Gateway Station	No tags
20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	9h 25m	05:30	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to St. Louis on 21 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 1m	14:51	Gateway Station	Cheapest
07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 46m	12:01	Gateway Station	Fastest
07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 46m	12:01	Gateway Station	No tags
09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 1m	14:51	Gateway Station	No tags
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 15m	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 15m	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 3m	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	5h 3m	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to St. Louis

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 5 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just R 513, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

5h 1mAverage duration

423 kmDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 618 - R 3 188	Average duration7h 55m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 513 - R 1 713	Average duration5h 1m	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 583 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Customers have shared positive experiences regarding their recent trips. They appreciated the quiet and smooth rides, comfortable seating with ample space to relax or sleep, and efficient senior customer assistance. Additionally, travelers noted that the train was very clean and enjoyed improved food quality compared to previous journeys.

Amtrak Chicago St. Louis recent customer reviews

My trip experience was very quiet and smooth. I was in comfort and had plenty of space where I could relax and get some sleep. My trip was 4 1/2 hours.

Rosemarie H.

24 May 2024

Everything was fine, senior customer assistance, smooth ride,nice seating all good

Samuel S.

14 November 2023

The trip was the fastest available option. The train was very clean. I like how they announced for people to respect others and keep noise down by using headphones etc. I believe there was Wi-Fi available, I didn’t need though. It was a great Amtrak experience I had compared to my past Amtrak travels, I remember from more than 2-3 years back. The food was also better than I remembered.

Bonnie D.

15 July 2023

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

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Chicago and St. Louis?

Stops in Chicago

A - Union Station

Stops in St. Louis

A - Gateway Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - St. Louis

How much does a cheap train ticket from Chicago to St. Louis cost?
The average train ticket price from Chicago to St. Louis is R 604. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Chicago 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!
How long is the train trip from Chicago to St. Louis?
A train trip between Chicago and St. Louis is around 5h 1m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 46m. This is the time it takes to travel the 419 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Chicago and St. Louis?
The number of trains from Chicago to St. Louis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Chicago to St. Louis by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Chicago to St. Louis?
When taking the train from Chicago to St. Louis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/11

R 686

13/11

R 826

Today

R 985

15/11

R 985

16/11

R 1 424

17/11

R 686

18/11

R 686

19/11

R 686

The cheapest trip from Chicago to St. Louis was searched and found on 12 Nov 2025 with a price of R 686

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

You can expect to pay from R 686 to R 5 220 for a train ticket from Chicago to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 686, which is on 2025-11-17.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to St. Louis?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time7h 55m	Avg priceR 829	Daily departures12
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 1m	Avg priceR 604	Daily departures5

The best way to travel between Chicago 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 604 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 513. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to St. Louis, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to St. Louis in about 5h 1m – that's the fastest way to get there!