The cheapest and fastest trains from Lee's Summit, MO to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
5 h 4 m
Average duration
5 h 13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
364 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lee's Summit, MO 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 Lee's Summit, MO to St. Louis, MO will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lee's Summit, MO for St. Louis, MO on Fri, Dec 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 364 km distance in an average of 5 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 4 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 5 h 21 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Lee's Summit, MO to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lee's Summit, MO to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €35, and a flight costs an average of €146.
Distance: 226 miles (364 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€38 Average price Cheapest | €317 Average price | €41 Average price |
5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 53m Average total duration 7h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lee's Summit, MO to St. Louis, MO train times
The table below shows live departures for Lee's Summit, MO to St. Louis, MO trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:16 PM Lee's Summit, MO | 5h04 | 7:20 PM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:41 PM Lee's Summit, MO | 5h04 | 2:45 AM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lee's Summit, MO to St. Louis, MO
Trains from Lee's Summit, MO to St. Louis, MO run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€35) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:35, the last at 16:41. The fastest train covers the 226 miles (364 km) distance in 5h 4m.
Distance 226 miles (364 km) |
Average train duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€35) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 5h 4m |
First train 06:35 |
Last train 16:41 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Lee's Summit, MO to St. Louis, MO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Lee's Summit, MO and St. Louis, MO from $44 (€35). 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 Lee's Summit, MO to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lee's Summit, MO 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 Lee's Summit, MO 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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