The cheapest and fastest trains from Jefferson City, MO to Summit, IL
Cheapest price
$185
Average price
$185
Fastest journey
7 h 22 m
Average duration
7 h 22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
515 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jefferson City, MO to Summit, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jefferson City, MO to Summit, IL will cost around $185 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $185.
Of the 1 trains that leave Jefferson City, MO for Summit, IL on Fri, May 29, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 515 km distance in an average of 7 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 22 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 7 h 22 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.
11:49 AM7h22Jefferson City, MO7:11 PMSummit, IL$1851One-way0 transfers
11:49 AM7h22Jefferson City, MO7:11 PMSummit, IL$1851One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Jefferson City, MO to Summit, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jefferson City, MO to Summit, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $88. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $88, and a flight costs an average of $340.
Distance: 320 miles (515 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$88 Average price Cheapest | $340 Average price | $146 Average price | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 0m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Jefferson City, MO to Summit, IL:
A train is $58 (€47) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Jefferson City, MO to Summit, IL costing on average $146 (€118).
A train is $252 (€204) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Jefferson City, MO to Summit, IL costing on average $340 (€275).
Other travel options to Summit, IL take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 22m.
Bus takes on average 10h 30m.
Tickets start at around $88 (€71) compared to roughly $77 (€63) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-10.61 (€-8.58). The journey takes 7h 22m versus 5h 57m 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
Jefferson City, MO to Summit, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Jefferson City, MO to Summit, IL trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:49 AM Jefferson City, MO | 7h22 | 7:11 PM Summit, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Jefferson City, MO to Summit, IL
Trains from Jefferson City, MO to Summit, IL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 (€71) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 10:13, the last at 10:13. The fastest train covers the 320 miles (515 km) distance in 10h 11m.
Distance 320 miles (515 km) |
Average train duration 7h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€71) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10h 11m |
First train 10:13 AM |
Last train 10:13 AM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Amtrak from Jefferson City, MO to Summit, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Jefferson City, MO and Summit, IL from $88 (€71). 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 Jefferson City, MO to Summit, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jefferson City, MO to Summit, IL 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 Summit, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Jefferson City, MO to Summit, IL
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Courtyard Jefferson City
- Fairfield Inn & Suites Jefferson City
- Capitol Plaza Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is located on the ground floor of the former Union Hotel.
- Bus: Local bus services available
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