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

The average train ticket price from Lawrence to St. Louis is $63. The best way to find train tickets from Lawrence to St. Louis 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 Lawrence to St. Louis?

A train trip between Lawrence and St. Louis is around 16h 51m, although the fastest train will take about 9h 26m. This is the time it takes to travel the 272 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Lawrence and St. Louis?

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

Which train companies travel from Lawrence to St. Louis?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in St. Louis?

Once in St. Louis, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Anheuser-Busch Brewery, Forest Park, Old St. Louis County Courthouse, Saint Louis Zoo, Gateway Arch.

Train Lawrence to St. Louis from $48 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Lawrence to St. Louis on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:54am	Lawrence, KS	16h 51m	9:45pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	4:54am	Lawrence, KS	9h 26m	2:20pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	4:54am	Lawrence, KS	9h 26m	2:20pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	4:54am	Lawrence, KS	9h 26m	2:20pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	4:54am	Lawrence, KS	16h 51m	9:45pm	Gateway Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Lawrence to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

5hAverage Duration

273 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $166	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$51 - $147	Average Duration16h 51m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,584 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5584 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 $51

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lawrence, US to St. Louis by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/12

$52

11/13

$50

Today

$48

11/15

$70

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The cheapest trip from Lawrence, US to St. Louis was searched and found on Nov 14, 2025 with a price of $48

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lawrence, US to St. Louis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $48 to $501 for a train ticket from Lawrence, US to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $70 which is on 2025-11-15.