How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Harrisburg?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Harrisburg start from R 2 863. The average price for this train route is around R 4 788. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Harrisburg?

The average train journey time from St. Louis to Harrisburg is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1158 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Harrisburg route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from St. Louis to Harrisburg departs at 08:10. And the latest train departs at 10:40.

Train St. Louis to Harrisburg from R 4 171 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Harrisburg on 11 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 3h	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 1:22 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Harrisburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Harrisburg. The journey takes about 19 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 515, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

19h 45mAverage duration

1158 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 515 - R 5 564	Average duration19h 45m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 863 - R 16 138	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 105kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 635 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5635 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 2 846

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Harrisburg 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 St. Louis to Harrisburg?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Harrisburg start from R 2 863. The average price for this train route is around R 4 788. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Harrisburg?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Harrisburg is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1158 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Harrisburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Harrisburg?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Harrisburg departs at 08:10. And the latest train departs at 10:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

08/12

R 4 241

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R 4 171

11/12

R 11 905

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The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Harrisburg was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 171

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 Harrisburg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 4 171 to R 12 061 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Harrisburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 11 905, which is on 2025-12-11.