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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Memphis start from $127. The average price for this train route is around $191. 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 Memphis?

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Memphis is 22h 17m, covering a distance of 241 miles (389 km). The quickest train can get you there in 19h 47m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Memphis at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 10:40am.

Train St. Louis to Memphis from $128 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Memphis on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	22h 17m	6:27am	Memphis Central Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for St. Louis to Memphis on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	22h 32m	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:36 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Memphis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Memphis. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

5h 30mAverage Duration

246 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $189	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$127 - $827	Average Duration22h 17m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5608 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 $127

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Memphis, TN 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 Memphis?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Memphis start from $127. The average price for this train route is around $191. 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 Memphis?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Memphis is 22h 17m, covering a distance of 241 miles (389 km). The quickest train can get you there in 19h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Memphis route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Memphis?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Memphis at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 10:40am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/25

$241

11/26

$797

Today

$364

11/28

$662

11/29

No data

11/30

$797

12/01

$662

12/02

$153

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Memphis, TN was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $153

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 Memphis, TN, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $153 to $797 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Memphis, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $153 which is on 2025-12-02.