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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Gateway Station | Topeka, KS | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Gateway Station | Topeka, KS | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gateway Station | Topeka, KS | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Topeka
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Topeka. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 842, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 1 016
Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Topeka 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 Topeka?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Topeka start from R 1 016. The average price for this train route is around R 1 161. 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 Topeka?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Topeka is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 476 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Topeka 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 Topeka?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Topeka departs at 06:35. And the latest train departs at 15:11.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Topeka was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 961To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from St. Louis to Topeka as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 961 to R 8 859 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Topeka based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 961, which is on 2025-12-11.
What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Topeka?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between St. Louis and Topeka 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 1 161 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 016. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Topeka, choose the train, as it will take you from St. Louis to Topeka in about 6h 20m – that's the fastest way to get there!
