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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.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Phoenix, AZ to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €103. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €103, and a flight costs an average of €148.
Distance: 1270 miles (2044 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€242 Average price | €154 Average price Cheapest | €378 Average price |
48h 59m Average total duration 48h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31h 46m Average total duration 31h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from Phoenix, AZ to St. Louis, MO:
A bus is €88 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Phoenix, AZ to St. Louis, MO costing on average €242.
A bus is €224 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Phoenix, AZ to St. Louis, MO costing on average €378.
Other travel options to St. Louis, MO take longer:
Bus takes on average 31h 16m.
Train takes on average 48h 29m.
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Trains from Phoenix, AZ to St. Louis, MO run on average 1 times per day, taking around 48h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €170 but you can travel from only €103 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 1270 miles (2044 km) distance in 48h 0m.
Distance 1270 miles (2044 km) |
Average train duration 48h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €170 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 48h 0m |
First train 3:45 AM |
Last train 8:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Discover the best of St. Louis, MO — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect St. Louis, MO trip today.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix, AZ to St. Louis, MO trains use the Tempe, South Ash Avenue / West 3rd Street to St. Louis Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Phoenix, AZ and St. Louis, MO train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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