How much does a train ticket from New York City to St. Louis cost?

The average train ticket price from New York City to St. Louis is $246. The best way to find train tickets from New York City 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 New York City to St. Louis?

A train trip between New York City and St. Louis is around 1d 9h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 871 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between New York City and St. Louis?

The number of trains from New York City to St. Louis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from New York City to St. Louis by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from New York City to St. Louis?

When taking the train from New York City 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 New York City to St. Louis from $102 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for New York City to St. Louis on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:52am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 14h	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 4h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 4h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 9h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 9h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to St. Louis on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:52am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 14h	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 4h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 4h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 9h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 9h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to St. Louis on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:40am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 16h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 4h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	6:40am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 13h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	6:40am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 16h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 9h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to St. Louis on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 9h	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 4h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 9h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 9h	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	10:52am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 9h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City 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 1 day, 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

34bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

881 milesDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$54 - $364	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$107 - $1,082	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 128kg 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 $107

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

Where are the popular train stations and stops in New York City and St. Louis?

Stops in New York City

A - Penn Station

Stops in St. Louis

A - Gateway Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City to St. Louis by train

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How long is the train trip from New York City to St. Louis?
How many daily trains are there between New York City and St. Louis?
Which train companies travel from New York City to St. Louis?
What are the best sights and things to do in St. Louis?

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

$255

11/13

$313

Today

$264

11/15

$337

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11/17

$294

11/18

$216

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The cheapest trip from New York City to St. Louis was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $216

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

You can expect to pay from $216 to $2,304 for a train ticket from New York City to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $216 which is on 2025-11-18.