The cheapest and fastest trains from La Grange, IL to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$143
Average price
$143
Fastest journey
5 h 29 m
Average duration
5 h 56 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
405 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from La Grange, 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 La Grange, IL to St. Louis, MO will cost around $143 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $143.
It's difficult to get from La Grange, IL to St. Louis, MO without transferring at least once.
6:32 AM5h29La Grange, IL12:01 PMSt. Louis, MO$1431One-way1 transfer
12:45 PM6h22La Grange, IL7:07 PMSt. Louis, MO$1431One-way1 transfer
6:32 AM5h29La Grange, IL12:01 PMSt. Louis, MO$1431One-way1 transfer
12:45 PM6h22La Grange, IL7:07 PMSt. Louis, MO$1431One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for La Grange, IL to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from La Grange, IL to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $143. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $143, and a bus costs an average of $168.
Distance: 251 miles (405 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$143 Average price Cheapest | $168 Average price | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 41m Average total duration 10h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from La Grange, IL to St. Louis, MO:
A train is $25 (€20) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from La Grange, IL to St. Louis, MO costing on average $168 (€134).
Other travel options to St. Louis, MO take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 11m.
Tickets start at around $143 (€114) compared to roughly $59 (€47) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-83.49 (€-66.72). The journey takes 4h 49m versus 4h 11m 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
La Grange, IL to St. Louis, MO train times
The table below shows live departures for La Grange, IL to St. Louis, MO trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:32 AM La Grange, IL | 5h29 | 12:01 PM St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:45 PM La Grange, IL | 6h22 | 7:07 PM St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from La Grange, IL to St. Louis, MO
Trains from La Grange, IL to St. Louis, MO run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $143 (€114) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 08:10. The fastest train covers the 251 miles (405 km) distance in 5h 29m.
Distance 251 miles (405 km) |
Average train duration 4h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $143 (€114) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 5h 29m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 8:10 AM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metra from La Grange, IL to St. Louis, MO trainsAmtrak, Metra trains will get you between La Grange, IL and St. Louis, MO from $143 (€114). 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 La Grange, IL to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from La Grange, 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from La Grange, IL 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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