The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$248
Average price
$258
Fastest journey
1 d 7 h 35 m
Average duration
1 d 9 h 57 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1667 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to St. Louis, MO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to St. Louis, MO will cost around $258 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $248.
Of the 2 trains that leave Boston, MA for St. Louis, MO on Mon, May 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct trains cover the 1667 km distance in an average of 1 d 9 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 7 h 35 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest trains will take 1 d 12 h 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4:50 PM31h35Boston, MA12:25 AMSt. Louis, MO$2481One-way0 transfers
5:50 PM36h19Boston, MA6:09 AMSt. Louis, MO$2681One-way0 transfers
4:50 PM31h35Boston, MA12:25 AMSt. Louis, MO$2481One-way0 transfers
5:50 PM36h19Boston, MA6:09 AMSt. Louis, MO$2681One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Boston, MA to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $104. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $104, and a train costs an average of $138.
Distance: 1035 miles (1667 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$551 Average price | $429 Average price | $209 Average price Cheapest | $300 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
27h 39m Average total duration 27h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 58m Average total duration 27h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 5.0 - 10.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Boston, MA to St. Louis, MO:
A bus is $220 (€178) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Boston, MA to St. Louis, MO costing on average $429 (€346).
A bus is $342 (€276) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Boston, MA to St. Louis, MO costing on average $551 (€445).
Other travel options to St. Louis, MO take longer:
Train takes on average 27h 9m.
Bus takes on average 27h 28m.
Tickets start at around $551 (€445) compared to roughly $300 (€242) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-251.48 (€-202.97). The journey takes 27h 9m versus 17h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Boston, MA to St. Louis, MO train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to St. Louis, MO trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:50 PM Boston, MA | 31h35 | 12:25 AM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:50 PM Boston, MA | 36h19 | 6:09 AM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to St. Louis, MO
Trains from Boston, MA to St. Louis, MO run on average 7 times per day, taking around 27h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $138 (€112) but you can travel from only $104 (€84) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:10, the last at 14:55. The fastest train covers the 1035 miles (1667 km) distance in 30h 35m.
Distance 1035 miles (1667 km) |
Average train duration 27h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $138 (€112) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 30h 35m |
First train 8:10 AM |
Last train 2:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Boston, MA to St. Louis, MO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Boston, MA and St. Louis, MO from $104 (€84). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Boston, MA to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to St. Louis, MO by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St. Louis, MO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston, MA to St. Louis, MO
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Landry's Seafood House
- The Station Grille
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- St. Louis Union Station Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
- Courtyard St. Louis Downtown West
- Drury Inn St. Louis at Union Station
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for Amtrak and regional trains
- Hall 2: MetroLink connections
- MetroLink: Red Line, Blue Line
- Bus: Several lines available including 40, 94, 97
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