The cheapest and fastest trains from Omaha, NE to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$205
Average price
$205
Fastest journey
13 h 57 m
Average duration
13 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
570 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Omaha, NE 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 Omaha, NE to St. Louis, MO will cost around $205 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $205.
Of the 1 trains that leave Omaha, NE for St. Louis, MO on Thu, Apr 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 16 the direct trains cover the 570 km distance in an average of 13 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 57 m .
On Thu, Apr 16 the slowest trains will take 13 h 57 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.
11:10 AM13h57Omaha, NE1:07 AMSt. Louis, MO$2051One-way0 transfers
11:10 AM13h57Omaha, NE1:07 AMSt. Louis, MO$2051One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Omaha, NE to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Omaha, NE to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $92. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $92, and a flight costs an average of $173.
Distance: 354 miles (570 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$167 Average price Cheapest | $180 Average price | $290 Average price |
11h 41m Average total duration 11h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 50m Average total duration 8h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Omaha, NE to St. Louis, MO train times
The table below shows live departures for Omaha, NE to St. Louis, MO trains for today, Wednesday, April 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6 California Zephyr · 5521 AMTRAK · 21 Texas Eagle | 10:10 AM Omaha Station, Omaha, NE | 14h15 | 12:25 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 2 transfers | |
6 California Zephyr · 307 Lincoln Service | 10:10 AM Omaha Station, Omaha, NE | 18h59 | 5:09 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
6 California Zephyr · 305 Lincoln Service | 10:10 AM Omaha Station, Omaha, NE | 17h13 | 3:23 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Omaha, NE to St. Louis, MO
Trains from Omaha, NE to St. Louis, MO run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $92 (€74) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 10:40. The fastest train covers the 354 miles (570 km) distance in 13h 57m.
Distance 354 miles (570 km) |
Average train duration 11h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€74) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 13h 57m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 10:40 AM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Omaha, NE to St. Louis, MO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Omaha, NE and St. Louis, MO from $92 (€74). 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 Omaha, NE to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Omaha, NE 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 Omaha, NE to St. Louis, MO
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station consists of a single-level building with waiting areas and ticketing services.
- Bus: Omaha Metro Transit Route 13
- 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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