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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Baltimore start from $167. The average price for this train route is around $257. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Baltimore is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 730 miles (1177 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Louis to Baltimore route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Baltimore?

The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Baltimore at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 10:25am.

Train St. Louis to Baltimore from $238 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Baltimore on March 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 7h	5:06pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 7h	4:51pm	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	Fastest

Next departures for St. Louis to Baltimore on March 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 10h	7:41pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 7h	4:28pm	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	Fastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 10h	7:41pm	Penn Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 7h	4:44pm	Penn Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 7h	4:44pm	Penn Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 12:21 AM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Baltimore

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Baltimore. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

729 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$100 - $285	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$167 - $1,787	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 107kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Baltimore?

St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Baltimore

A
Penn Station
7 St Paul St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
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B
Baltimore Airport
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,771 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5771 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $167

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Baltimore by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Baltimore?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Baltimore start from $167. The average price for this train route is around $257. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Baltimore?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Baltimore is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 730 miles (1177 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Baltimore route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Baltimore?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Baltimore at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 10:25am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/17

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03/18

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Today

$321

03/20

$1,287

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03/24

$238

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Baltimore was searched and found on Mar 24, 2026 with a price of $238

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 Baltimore, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $238 to $1,287 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Baltimore based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $238 which is on 2026-03-24.