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

The average train ticket price from St. Louis to Lawrence is R 1 127. The best way to find cheap train tickets from St. Louis to Lawrence 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 Lawrence?

A train trip between St. Louis and Lawrence is around 8h 14m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 14m. This is the time it takes to travel the 438 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of trains from St. Louis to Lawrence can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from St. Louis to Lawrence by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from St. Louis to Lawrence?

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

Train St. Louis to Lawrence from R 841 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Lawrence on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	8h 14m	23:25	Lawrence, KS	CheapestFastest
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	16h 50m	23:25	Lawrence, KS	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	16h 50m	23:25	Lawrence, KS	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	16h 50m	23:25	Lawrence, KS	No tags
Train	15:11	Gateway Station	8h 14m	23:25	Lawrence, KS	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 9:10 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Lawrence

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lawrence. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just R 686, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

7hAverage duration

441 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 686 - R 2 814	Average duration7h	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 892 - R 4 933	Average duration8h 14m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 585 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5585 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 892

Amtrak St. Louis Lawrence recent customer reviews

The staff was very nice and friendly, but the train was very dirty and seats were very uncomfortable

Yulia R.

13 December 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Lawrence, US by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from St. Louis to Lawrence cost?
The average train ticket price from St. Louis to Lawrence is R 1 127. The best way to find cheap train tickets from St. Louis to Lawrence 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 Lawrence?
A train trip between St. Louis and Lawrence is around 8h 14m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 14m. This is the time it takes to travel the 438 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between St. Louis and Lawrence?
The number of trains from St. Louis to Lawrence can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from St. Louis to Lawrence by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from St. Louis to Lawrence?
When taking the train from St. Louis to Lawrence, 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.

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R 876

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R 1 069

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R 1 191

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R 841

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The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Lawrence, US was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 841

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 Lawrence, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 841 to R 10 419 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Lawrence, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 841, which is on 2025-11-18.