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Compare bus, train, and flight for East Orange, NJ to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from East Orange, NJ to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $166. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $166, and a train costs an average of $320.
Distance: 861 miles (1387 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$320 Average price | $302 Average price | $166 Average price Cheapest | $191 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
33h 59m Average total duration 33h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 16m Average total duration Fastest 5h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 0m Average total duration 22h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from East Orange, NJ to St. Louis, MO:
A bus is $135 (€109) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from East Orange, NJ to St. Louis, MO costing on average $302 (€244).
A bus is $153 (€124) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from East Orange, NJ to St. Louis, MO costing on average $320 (€258).
Other travel options to St. Louis, MO take longer:
Bus takes on average 22h 30m.
Train takes on average 33h 29m.
Tickets start at around $320 (€258) compared to roughly $191 (€155) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-128.22 (€-103.71). The journey takes 33h 29m versus 15h 0m 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.
Compare prices and tickets East Orange, NJ to St. Louis, MO by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Orange, NJ to St. Louis, MO
Trains from East Orange, NJ to St. Louis, MO run on average 12 times per day, taking around 33h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $320 (€258) but you can travel from only $166 (€135) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 19:40, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 861 miles (1387 km) distance in 33h 29m.
Distance 861 miles (1387 km) |
Average train duration 33h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $320 (€258) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 33h 29m |
First train 7:40 PM |
Last train 7:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Trains from East Orange, NJ to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Orange, NJ 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 East Orange, NJ 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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