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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia 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, 3 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 618, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5621 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 R 2 805
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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.
How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to St. Louis start from R 2 805. The average price for this train route is around R 5 281. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to St. Louis?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to St. Louis is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1300 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to St. Louis?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to St. Louis departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 13:03.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis was searched and found on 04 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 737To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 737 to R 40 317 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 737, which is on 2025-12-04.
