- Must visit
Saint Louis Art Museum
Vast art museum in Forest Park with global collections from antiquity to modern works and strong free general admission.
Cheapest price
$135
Average price
$135
Fastest journey
18 h 25 m
Average duration
18 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1094 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO will cost around $135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $135.
It's difficult to get from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO without transferring at least once.
6022 AMTRAK · 22 Texas Eagle
6022 AMTRAK · 22 Texas EagleOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $102. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $102, and a flight costs an average of $177.
Distance: 679 miles (1094 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$138 Average price Cheapest | $196 Average price | $374 Average price | $129 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 36m Average total duration 18h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 12m Average total duration 19h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO:
A train is $58 (€58) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO costing on average $196 (€196).
A train is $236 (€236) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO costing on average $374 (€374).
Other travel options to St. Louis, MO take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 6m.
Bus takes on average 19h 42m.
Tickets start at around $138 (€138) compared to roughly $129 (€129) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-9.08 (€-9.08). The journey takes 18h 6m versus 11h 59m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6022 AMTRAK · 22 Texas Eagle | 1:05 PM Houston Station, Houston, TX | 18h25 | 7:30 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO run on average 1 times per day, taking around 18h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $102 (€102) but you can travel from only $97 (€97) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 13:05, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 679 miles (1094 km) distance in 17h 45m.
Distance 679 miles (1094 km) |
Average train duration 18h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $102 (€102) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 17h 45m |
First train 1:05 PM |
Last train 8:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of St. Louis, MO — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect St. Louis, MO trip today.
Vast art museum in Forest Park with global collections from antiquity to modern works and strong free general admission.
Leading history museum covering St. Louis, Missouri, and national stories through rotating exhibitions in Forest Park.
Interactive science museum with hands-on exhibits, planetarium, and family-friendly displays near Forest Park.
Lively downtown riverfront district with trails, views of the Arch, public art, and access to major historic sites.
Large urban park with trails, lakes, zoo access, and major museums, ideal for walking between top attractions.
Beloved neighborhood park with formal lily ponds, pavilions, and one of the city's most photographed landscapes.
A thin, cracker-like crust pizza cut into squares and topped with Provel cheese, a St. Louis original loved for its distinct texture and tangy flavor.
Crisp, breaded ravioli said to be born on The Hill, usually served with marinara. It is a signature St. Louis Italian-American appetizer.
Sticky butter cake with a dense base and gooey sweet top. A longtime St. Louis bakery favorite often enjoyed for breakfast or dessert.
Refined contemporary restaurant with tasting menus and strong national acclaim. Elegant fine dining focused on seasonal Midwestern ingredients.
Beloved frozen custard stand serving concretes and sundaes since 1929. Casual, nostalgic, and one of the city's iconic dessert stops.
Popular smokehouse known for St. Louis barbecue, especially ribs, brisket, and pork steak, in a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for U.S. city breaks: hotels and dining are reasonable, transit is limited, and attractions often cost less than in larger U.S. tourist cities.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, and 10-15% for taxis. Cafes often have tip jars or screen prompts.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Houston, TX 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.

Most Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO trains use the Houston Station to St. Louis Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Houston, TX and St. Louis, MO train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Houston Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Irma's Southwest Grill, The Moonshiners Southern Table + Bar
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Houston Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Houston Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Houston Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Houston Station: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Houston Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Lancaster Hotel, Hotel ICON, Magnolia Hotel Houston.
St. Louis Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Landry's Seafood House, The Station Grille
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at St. Louis Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St. Louis Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St. Louis Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St. Louis Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Louis Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include St. Louis Union Station Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, Courtyard St. Louis Downtown West, Drury Inn St. Louis at Union Station.
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