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

The average train ticket price from St. Louis to Philadelphia is $392. The best way to find train tickets from St. Louis to Philadelphia 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 St. Louis to Philadelphia?

A train trip between St. Louis and Philadelphia is around 1d 7h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 5h. This is the time it takes to travel the 808 miles that separates the two cities.

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

The number of trains from St. Louis to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from St. Louis to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from St. Louis to Philadelphia?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Philadelphia?

Once in Philadelphia, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Eastern State Penitentiary, Liberty Bell, Citizens Bank Park, Please Touch Museum, National Museum of Jewish History.

Train St. Louis to Philadelphia from $153 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for St. Louis to Philadelphia on November 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 8h	5:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 10h	7:16pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 11h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 14h	12:06am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags

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 the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

815 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$91 - $355	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$182 - $1,902	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 118kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,585 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5585 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 $182

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 Philadelphia, PA 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

$214

11/13

$316

Today

$295

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$347

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11/19

$293

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Nov 12, 2025 with a price of $214

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 $214 to $1,774 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 $293 which is on 2025-11-19.