St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL train

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Cheap train tickets from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL

Showing times and prices for Sep 17

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Amtrak
306 Lincoln Service
05:40PM5h03
St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
10:43PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$441One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Amtrak
302 Lincoln Service
06:35AM5h05
St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
11:40AMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$441One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Amtrak
300 Lincoln Service
04:30AM4h55
St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
09:25AMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$441One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Amtrak
318 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
02:55PM5h05
St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
08:00PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$441One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak
22 Texas Eagle
08:10AM5h34
St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
01:44PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$631One-way
0 transfers

Train schedule from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 17
Amtrak
300 Lincoln Service
04:30AM4h55
St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
09:25AMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
0 transfers
Amtrak
302 Lincoln Service
06:35AM5h05
St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
11:40AMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
0 transfers
Amtrak
22 Texas Eagle
08:10AM5h34
St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
01:44PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
0 transfers
Amtrak
318 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
02:55PM5h05
St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
08:00PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
0 transfers
Amtrak
306 Lincoln Service
05:40PM5h03
St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
10:43PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
0 transfers
Amtrak
8359 AMTRAK
10:00PM10h15
St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
08:15AMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
1 transfer

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Fastest train times from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL

Showing times and prices for Sep 17

Fastest Journey

4 h 55 m

Average

5 h 59 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

419 km

Of the 6 trains that leave St. Louis, MO for Chicago, IL every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Amtrak
300 Lincoln Service
04:30AM4h55
St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
09:25AMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$441One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Amtrak
306 Lincoln Service
05:40PM5h03
St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
10:43PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$441One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
302 Lincoln Service
06:35AM5h05
St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
11:40AMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$441One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
318 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
02:55PM5h05
St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
08:00PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$441One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
22 Texas Eagle
08:10AM5h34
St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
01:44PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$631One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Train from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL

distanceDistance259 miles (418 km)
durationAverage train duration4 h 55 min
priceAverage train ticket price$53 (€45)
frequencyTrain frequency1 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there is 1 direct train a day
carriersTrain companiesAmtrak

Trains from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL cover the 259 miles (418 km) long route taking on average 4 h 55 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. Normally, there is 1 train operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $31 (€26), but the average price of train tickets is $53 (€45).

Train companies: Amtrak from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL trains

Amtrak trains will get you to Chicago, IL from St. Louis, MO from $32 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey to Chicago, IL from St. Louis, MO.

Amtrak from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL train information:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 55 min
  • Cheapest Price: $32
  • Amtrak frequency: 4 a day

FAQs: Trains from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL

FAQs: Travel by train from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL can start from as little as $31 (€26) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL is $53 (€45); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL train time is 4 h 55 min   covering the 259 mile (418 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL leaves at 9: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL leaves at 10: 40 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL without having to change trains with Amtrak. There is 1 direct train from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the trip from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL you can take a train with Amtrak. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Chicago, IL from St. Louis, MO on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 40 PM.
A trip to Chicago, IL from St. Louis, MO is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between St. Louis, MO and Chicago, IL including taking a train, bus or flight.

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