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

The average train ticket price from St. Louis to Chicago is R 602. The best way to find cheap train tickets from St. Louis to Chicago 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 St. Louis to Chicago?

A train trip between St. Louis and Chicago is around 5h 5m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 419 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of trains from St. Louis to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from St. Louis to Chicago by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from St. Louis to Chicago?

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

Train St. Louis to Chicago from R 473 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Chicago on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:40	Gateway Station	5h 3m	22:43	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	5h 34m	13:44	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	5h 34m	13:44	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	14:55	Gateway Station	5h 5m	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	17:40	Gateway Station	5h 3m	22:43	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Chicago on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:55	Gateway Station	5h 5m	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	4h 55m	09:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	5h 5m	11:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	5h 5m	11:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	5h 34m	13:44	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Chicago on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	4h 55m	09:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	4h 55m	09:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	5h 5m	11:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	5h 5m	11:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	5h 34m	13:44	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Chicago on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	4h 55m	09:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	4h 55m	09:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	5h 5m	11:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	5h 34m	13:44	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	5h 34m	13:44	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Chicago on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:40	Gateway Station	5h 34m	16:14	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	4h 55m	09:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	4h 55m	09:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	10:40	Gateway Station	5h 34m	16:14	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	14:55	Gateway Station	5h 5m	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Chicago on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	4h 55m	09:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	5h 5m	11:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	5h 34m	13:44	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	17:40	Gateway Station	5h 3m	22:43	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Chicago on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	4h 55m	09:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	4h 55m	09:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	5h 5m	11:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	5h 34m	13:44	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	14:55	Gateway Station	5h 5m	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Chicago on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	5h 34m	13:44	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	4h 55m	09:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	4h 55m	09:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	5h 5m	11:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	5h 5m	11:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:52 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 511, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

5h 5mAverage duration

423 kmDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 607 - R 3 269	Average duration6h 25m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 511 - R 4 154	Average duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 587 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Users have praised the service for being on time, comfortable, and convenient with friendly conductors. However, there were concerns about inconsistent behavior from staff towards passengers of different races during ticket checks and upon arrival.

Amtrak St. Louis Chicago recent customer reviews

Smooth ride. The man who did our tickets from St. Louis we noticed after checking white people's tickets he said thanks and have a great day. To black people he said nothing. Then upon arriving in Chicago that man offered no one a hand down or said goodbye.

Yvonne H.

27 September 2024

Fabulous! Train is the way to go for this distance!! On time, comfortable, friendly conductors, and SO convenient!

Kendra H.

3 April 2024

Good but train was cancelled and coming with bus. I pay too much money

Anshul P.

23 December 2024

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

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

Stops in St. Louis

A - Gateway Station

Stops in Chicago

A - Union Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Chicago by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from St. Louis to Chicago cost?
The average train ticket price from St. Louis to Chicago is R 602. The best way to find cheap train tickets from St. Louis to Chicago 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 St. Louis to Chicago?
A train trip between St. Louis and Chicago is around 5h 5m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 419 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between St. Louis and Chicago?
The number of trains from St. Louis to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from St. Louis to Chicago by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from St. Louis to Chicago?
When taking the train from St. Louis to Chicago, 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

14/11

R 1 191

15/11

R 683

Today

R 981

17/11

R 561

18/11

R 683

19/11

R 683

20/11

R 1 419

21/11

R 1 629

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Chicago was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of R 561

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

You can expect to pay from R 561 to R 5 902 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 561, which is on 2025-11-17.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time6h 25m	Avg priceR 826	Daily departures7
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 5m	Avg priceR 602	Daily departures4

The best way to travel between St. Louis and Chicago 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 602 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 511. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the train, as it will take you from St. Louis to Chicago in about 5h 5m – that's the fastest way to get there!