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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Philadelphia start from $139. The average price for this train route is around $270. 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 Philadelphia?

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Philadelphia is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 806 miles (1300 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Louis to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

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

Train St. Louis to Philadelphia from $162 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Philadelphia on February 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:59pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 9h	6:16pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 9h	6:16pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Philadelphia on February 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 9h	6:16pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:59pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 11h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Philadelphia on February 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 11h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:59pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 11h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Philadelphia on March 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 11h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:59pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 11h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 2:28 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $89, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

808 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$89 - $295	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$139 - $1,837	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 118kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,761 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5761 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 $139

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Philadelphia start from $139. The average price for this train route is around $270. 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 Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Philadelphia is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 806 miles (1300 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Philadelphia at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 8:10am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

02/22

$370

02/23

$268

Today

$200

02/25

$222

02/26

$309

02/27

$200

02/28

$162

03/01

$223

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Feb 28, 2026 with a price of $162

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $162 to $949 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $162 which is on 2026-02-28.