The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$283
Average price
$346
Fastest journey
1 d 12 h 27 m
Average duration
1 d 13 h 48 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1301 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO will cost around $346 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $283.
Of the 2 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for St. Louis, MO on Sun, Apr 12, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Apr 12 the direct trains cover the 1301 km distance in an average of 1 d 13 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 12 h 27 m .
On Sun, Apr 12 the slowest trains will take 1 d 15 h 8 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.
1:15 PM39h08Philadelphia, PA4:23 AMSt. Louis, MO$2831One-way0 transfers
5:42 PM36h27Philadelphia, PA6:09 AMSt. Louis, MO$4091One-way0 transfers
5:42 PM36h27Philadelphia, PA6:09 AMSt. Louis, MO$4091One-way0 transfers
1:15 PM39h08Philadelphia, PA4:23 AMSt. Louis, MO$2831One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $102. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $102, and a flight costs an average of $255.
Distance: 808 miles (1301 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$280 Average price | $152 Average price Cheapest | $461 Average price |
25h 39m Average total duration 25h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 27m Average total duration 21h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO trains for today, Saturday, April 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:42 PM Philadelphia, PA | 31h25 | 1:07 AM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, April 12 | |||||
![]() | 1:15 PM Philadelphia, PA | 39h08 | 4:23 AM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO run on average 5 times per day, taking around 25h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $200 (€160) but you can travel from only $102 (€82) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:10, the last at 13:03. The fastest train covers the 808 miles (1301 km) distance in 31h 25m.
Distance 808 miles (1301 km) |
Average train duration 25h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $200 (€160) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 31h 25m |
First train 8:10 AM |
Last train 1:03 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and St. Louis, MO from $102 (€82). 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 Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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