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The cheapest and fastest trains from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO

Showing times and prices for Jul 09

Cheapest price

$166

Average price

$166

Fastest journey

18 h 25 m

Average duration

18 h 25 m

Trains per day

Distance

1094 km

Cheap tickets

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 $166 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $166.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO without transferring at least once.

6022 AMTRAK · 22 Texas Eagle

01:05PM18h25

Houston Station, Houston, TX

07:30AMSt. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO

$1661One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO

Omio 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 €104. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €104, and a flight costs an average of €131.

Distance: 679 miles (1093 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Flight	Bus
€146 Average price Cheapest	€338 Average price	€178 Average price
18h 3m Average total duration 17h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	20h 38m Average total duration 20h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular airline	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO

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Trains from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO run on average 1 times per day, taking around 17h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $130 (€104) but you can travel from only $127 (€102) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $127 (€102)

Distance

679 miles (1093 km)

Average train duration

17h 33m

Cheapest ticket price

$130 (€104)

Trains per day

Fastest train

18h 25m

First train

13:05

Last train

19:42

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $127 (€102)

Train Providers: Amtrak from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO

Amtrak

About

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Learn more about Amtrak

Luggage & cancellation policy

Luggage included

2 personal items and 2 carry-on bags included free

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at end of cars

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation policies depend on ticket type and timing

Refund

Full refund if train is canceled by Amtrak

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Café car with snacks, beverages, and light meals. Long-distance trains have full-service dining cars

Seat reservation

Included in ticket price for Business and First Class. Optional fee for Coach Class

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, Red Cap assistance service, accessible platforms and stations

Pets

Small pets under 20 pounds allowed for $26 fee. Must be in carrier. Service animals travel free

Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO

FAQs: Travel by train from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO.

Cheap train tickets from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO can start from as little as $171 (€137) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO is $184 (€147); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO train travel time is 18 h 25 min for the 678 mile (1093 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO leaves at 1: 05 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO leaves at 7: 55 PM.

There is 1 train a day from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the journey from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO you can take a train with Amtrak. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 55 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO by train is July.

You have options as you can travel from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.