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

The average train ticket price from St. Louis to Pittsburgh is R 3 987. The best way to find cheap train tickets from St. Louis to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?

A train trip between St. Louis and Pittsburgh is around 19h 55m, although the fastest train will take about 19h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 899 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of trains from St. Louis to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from St. Louis to Pittsburgh?

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

Train St. Louis to Pittsburgh from R 2 218 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Pittsburgh on 10 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		08:10	Gateway Station	19h 55m	05:05	Union Station	CheapestFastest
		08:10	Gateway Station	19h 55m	05:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Pittsburgh on 11 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		08:10	Gateway Station	19h 55m	05:05	Union Station	CheapestFastest
		08:10	Gateway Station	19h 55m	05:05	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:08 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Pittsburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Pittsburgh. The journey takes about 14 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 085, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

14h 40mAverage duration

899 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 1 085 - R 3 355	Average duration14h 40m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 509 - R 12 670	Average duration19h 55m	CO₂ emissions 82kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 572 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5572 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 1 509

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 Pittsburgh?

Stops in St. Louis

A - Gateway Station

Stops in Pittsburgh

A - Intermodal Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip St. Louis - Pittsburgh

How much does a cheap train ticket from St. Louis to Pittsburgh cost?
The average train ticket price from St. Louis to Pittsburgh is R 3 987. The best way to find cheap train tickets from St. Louis to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?
A train trip between St. Louis and Pittsburgh is around 19h 55m, although the fastest train will take about 19h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 899 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between St. Louis and Pittsburgh?
The number of trains from St. Louis to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from St. Louis to Pittsburgh?
When taking the train from St. Louis to Pittsburgh, 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

06/11

No data

07/11

R 7 219

Today

R 4 860

09/11

R 7 255

10/11

R 3 636

11/11

R 3 175

12/11

R 2 218

13/11

R 2 359

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Pittsburgh was searched and found on 12 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 218

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 Pittsburgh as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 218 to R 19 457 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Pittsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 218, which is on 2025-11-12.

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