Train from Richmond, VA, US to St. Louis: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Richmond to St. Louis on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
Gateway StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
Gateway StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Main Street Station
Gateway StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Main Street Station
Gateway StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Main Street Station
Gateway StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 725, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
1d 2hAverage duration
1124 kmDistance
28kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 725 - R 6 996Average duration1d 2h
28kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 380 - R 34 769Average duration1d 12h
102kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US 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 Richmond to St. Louis?

    The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to St. Louis start from R 2 380. The average price for this train route is around R 5 855. 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 Richmond to St. Louis?

    The average train journey time from Richmond to St. Louis is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1117 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Richmond to St. Louis departs at 04:52. And the latest train departs at 12:52.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/12
R 4 454
10/12
R 4 454
Today
R 5 480
12/12
R 5 323
13/12
R 14 943
14/12
R 3 358
15/12
R 3 740
16/12
R 3 740
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to St. Louis was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 358

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 358 to R 33 973 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 358, which is on 2025-12-14.

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