The cheapest and fastest trains from Chicago Ridge, IL to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$142
Average price
$142
Fastest journey
6 h 31 m
Average duration
6 h 53 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
399 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago Ridge, IL 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 Chicago Ridge, IL to St. Louis, MO will cost around $142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $142.
It's difficult to get from Chicago Ridge, IL to St. Louis, MO without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Chicago Ridge, IL to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago Ridge, IL to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €115. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €115, and a bus costs an average of €132.
Distance: 247 miles (399 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€115 Average price Cheapest | €146 Average price |
7h 41m Average total duration Fastest 7h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 3m Average total duration 13h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chicago Ridge, IL to St. Louis, MO train times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago Ridge, IL to St. Louis, MO trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:30 AM Chicago Ridge, IL | 6h31 | 12:01 PM St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:10 AM Chicago Ridge, IL | 6h41 | 2:51 PM St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:34 AM Chicago Ridge, IL | 7h33 | 7:07 PM St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:34 PM Chicago Ridge, IL | 6h49 | 10:23 PM St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:17 PM Chicago Ridge, IL | 6h52 | 12:09 AM St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer |
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Why should you book Chicago Ridge to St. Louis trains with Omio?
Metra operates all train services from Chicago Ridge to St. Louis. Omio is the only official third party seller for Metra tickets.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Chicago Ridge to St. Louis.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago Ridge, IL to St. Louis, MO
Trains from Chicago Ridge, IL to St. Louis, MO run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $143 (€115) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 247 miles (399 km) distance in 6h 31m.
Distance 247 miles (399 km) |
Average train duration 7h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $143 (€115) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 6h 31m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 22:34 |
Train companies: Metra from Chicago Ridge, IL to St. Louis, MO trainsMetra trains will get you between Chicago Ridge, IL and St. Louis, MO from $143 (€115). 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 Chicago Ridge, IL to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago Ridge, IL 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 Chicago Ridge, IL to St. Louis, MO
- 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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