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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
€30
Average price
€41
Fastest journey
3 h 49 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
369 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Joliet, 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 Joliet, IL to St. Louis, MO will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 5 trains that leave Joliet, IL for St. Louis, MO on Wed, Aug 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 369 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 49 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 4 h 20 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.
301 Lincoln Service
21 Texas Eagle
319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
305 Lincoln Service
307 Lincoln Service
301 Lincoln Service
307 Lincoln Service
319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
305 Lincoln Service
21 Texas EagleTrains from Joliet, IL to St. Louis, MO run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 229 miles (369 km) distance in 3h 49m.
Distance 229 miles (369 km) |
Average train duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 49m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
The table below shows live departures for Joliet, IL to St. Louis, MO trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner | 10:40 AM Joliet Station, Joliet, IL | 4h11 | 2:51 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
21 Texas Eagle | 3:05 PM Joliet Station, Joliet, IL | 4h20 | 7:25 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
421 Texas Eagle | 3:05 PM Joliet Station, Joliet, IL | 4h20 | 7:25 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
305 Lincoln Service | 6:10 PM Joliet Station, Joliet, IL | 4h13 | 10:23 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
307 Lincoln Service | 8:00 PM Joliet Station, Joliet, IL | 4h09 | 12:09 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
301 Lincoln Service | 8:12 AM Joliet Station, Joliet, IL | 3h49 | 12:01 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 Joliet, 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.

Most Joliet, IL to St. Louis, MO trains use the Joliet Station to St. Louis Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Joliet, IL and St. Louis, MO train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Joliet Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Joliet Station.
Ticket office support is available at Joliet Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Joliet Station.
Available at Joliet Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Joliet Station.
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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