How much does a cheap train ticket from Salt Lake City to St. Louis cost?

The average train ticket price from Salt Lake City to St. Louis is R 4 758. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to St. Louis?

A train trip between Salt Lake City and St. Louis is around 1d 18h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 18h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1869 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Salt Lake City and St. Louis?

The number of trains from Salt Lake City to St. Louis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Salt Lake City to St. Louis by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Salt Lake City to St. Louis?

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

Train Salt Lake City to St. Louis from R 4 452 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Salt Lake City to St. Louis on 24 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
03:20	Central Station	1d 14h	19:07	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
03:20	Central Station	1d 18h	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	1d 18h	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	1d 19h	00:09	Gateway Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	1d 19h	00:09	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to St. Louis on 25 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
03:20	Central Station	1d 14h	19:07	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
03:20	Central Station	1d 18h	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	1d 18h	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	1d 19h	00:09	Gateway Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	1d 19h	00:09	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to St. Louis on 26 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
03:20	Central Station	1d 18h	22:23	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
03:20	Central Station	1d 18h	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	1d 18h	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	1d 19h	00:09	Gateway Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	1d 19h	00:09	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to St. Louis on 27 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
03:20	Central Station	1d 19h	00:09	Gateway Station	Cheapest
03:20	Central Station	1d 14h	19:07	Gateway Station	Fastest
03:20	Central Station	1d 18h	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	1d 18h	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	1d 18h	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to St. Louis on 28 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
03:20	Central Station	1d 14h	19:07	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
03:20	Central Station	1d 19h	00:09	Gateway Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	1d 19h	00:09	Gateway Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	1d 14h	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to St. Louis on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		03:20	Central Station	1d 14h	19:07	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Salt Lake City to St. Louis on 30 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
03:20	Central Station	1d 14h	19:07	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
03:20	Central Station	1d 18h	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	1d 18h	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	1d 18h	22:23	Gateway Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	1d 19h	00:09	Gateway Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:53 AM MST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Salt Lake City 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, 4 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 784, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 4hAverage duration

1868 kmDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 784 - R 5 932	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 629 - R 7 596	Average duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 170kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salt Lake City and St. Louis?

Salt Lake City

A
Central Station
300 S 600 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 601 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5601 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 4 629

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salt Lake City to St. Louis by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Salt Lake City to St. Louis cost?
The average train ticket price from Salt Lake City to St. Louis is R 4 758. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to St. Louis?
A train trip between Salt Lake City and St. Louis is around 1d 18h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 18h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1869 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Salt Lake City and St. Louis?
The number of trains from Salt Lake City to St. Louis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Salt Lake City to St. Louis by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Salt Lake City to St. Louis?
When taking the train from Salt Lake City 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

21/11

R 6 553

22/11

R 7 728

Today

R 6 553

24/11

R 7 853

25/11

R 7 853

26/11

R 6 357

27/11

R 6 499

28/11

R 6 553

The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to St. Louis was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of R 6 357

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

You can expect to pay from R 6 357 to R 35 362 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 6 357, which is on 2025-11-26.