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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Richmond start from R 2 464. The average price for this train route is around R 6 755. 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 Richmond?

The average train journey time from St. Louis to Richmond is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1117 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak .

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

Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

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

Train St. Louis to Richmond from R 2 481 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Richmond on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 6h	15:57	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 6h	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 12h	21:39	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 12h	21:39	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Richmond on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 6h	15:57	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 6h	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 12h	21:39	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 12h	21:39	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1d 12h	21:39	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 10:32 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours and with fares starting at just R 2 284, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

1d 3hAverage duration

1112 kmDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 284 - R 7 550	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 464 - R 39 077	Average duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 102kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Richmond, VA, US?

St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Richmond, VA, US

A
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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B
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 627 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5627 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 2 464

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Richmond, VA, US 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 Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Richmond start from R 2 464. The average price for this train route is around R 6 755. 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 Richmond?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Richmond is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1117 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Richmond route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Richmond?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Richmond 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

04/12

No data

05/12

R 17 905

Today

R 5 379

07/12

R 5 674

08/12

R 4 581

09/12

R 3 349

10/12

R 3 488

11/12

R 2 481

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 481

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 Richmond, VA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 481 to R 23 509 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 481, which is on 2025-12-11.