The cheapest and fastest trains from Peoria, IL to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
4 h 41 m
Average duration
4 h 51 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
236 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peoria, 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 Peoria, IL to St. Louis, MO will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 2 trains that leave Peoria, IL for St. Louis, MO on Mon, Mar 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 236 km distance in an average of 4 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 41 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 5 h 1 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 and flight for Peoria, IL to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peoria, IL to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $43, and a flight costs an average of $119.
Distance: 146 miles (236 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
$54 Average price Cheapest | $343 Average price |
4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 48m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Peoria, IL to St. Louis, MO train times
The table below shows live departures for Peoria, IL to St. Louis, MO trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8524 AMTRAK · 301 Lincoln Service | 5:00 PM Peoria, IL | 24h01 | 5:01 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
8524 AMTRAK · 319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner | 5:00 PM Peoria, IL | 26h51 | 7:51 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
8524 AMTRAK · 319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner | 5:20 PM Peoria, IL | 26h31 | 7:51 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
8524 AMTRAK · 301 Lincoln Service | 5:20 PM Peoria, IL | 23h41 | 5:01 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
5521 AMTRAK · 421 Texas Eagle | 8:10 PM Peoria, IL | 4h15 | 12:25 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
5521 AMTRAK · 21 Texas Eagle | 8:10 PM Peoria, IL | 4h15 | 12:25 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Peoria, IL to St. Louis, MO
Trains from Peoria, IL to St. Louis, MO run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€34) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 15:10. The fastest train covers the 146 miles (236 km) distance in 4h 41m.
Distance 146 miles (236 km) |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€34) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 15:10 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Peoria, IL to St. Louis, MO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Peoria, IL and St. Louis, MO from $43 (€34). 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 Peoria, IL to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peoria, 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 Peoria, 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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