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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Little Rock, AR 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 Little Rock, AR to St. Louis, MO will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
On Thu, Nov 05, we found 3 trains from Little Rock, AR to St. Louis, MO, including 3 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 470 km distance in an average of 7 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 46 m .
On Thu, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 7 h 46 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.

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Trains from Little Rock, AR to St. Louis, MO run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:39, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 292 miles (470 km) distance in 7h 46m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Little Rock, AR to St. Louis, MO.
The table below shows live departures for Little Rock, AR to St. Louis, MO trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:44 AM Little Rock, AR | 7h46 | 12:30 PM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 3 | |||||
22 Texas Eagle | 11:44 PM Union Station, Little Rock, AR | 7h46 | 7:30 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
422 Texas Eagle | 11:44 PM Union Station, Little Rock, AR | 7h46 | 7:30 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 4 | |||||
![]() | 5:44 AM Little Rock, AR | 7h46 | 1:30 PM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:44 AM Little Rock, AR | 7h46 | 2:30 PM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Little Rock, AR to St. Louis, MO with Amtrak. Night trains available on this route with Amtrak. High-speed trains available on this route with Amtrak. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Little Rock, AR 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 Little Rock, AR to St. Louis, MO trains use the Union Station to St. Louis Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Little Rock, AR and St. Louis, MO train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Brave New Restaurant, The Pantry Crest
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Capital Hotel, Little Rock Marriott, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Little Rock.
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.
Check train stations information for Little Rock, AR and St. Louis, MO, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.