The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Louis, MO to Garden City, KS
Cheapest price
$331
Average price
$331
Fastest journey
14 h 32 m
Average duration
14 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
934 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Louis, MO to Garden City, KS is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St. Louis, MO to Garden City, KS will cost around $331 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $331.
It's difficult to get from St. Louis, MO to Garden City, KS without transferring at least once.
3:11 PM14h32St. Louis, MO5:43 AMGarden City, KS$3311One-way1 transfer
3:11 PM14h32St. Louis, MO5:43 AMGarden City, KS$3311One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for St. Louis, MO to Garden City, KS
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Garden City, KS among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $156. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $156, and a bus costs an average of $173.
Distance: 580 miles (934 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$162 Average price Cheapest | $173 Average price | $126 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 2m Average total duration Fastest 14h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 35m Average total duration 19h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St. Louis, MO to Garden City, KS:
A train is $11 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from St. Louis, MO to Garden City, KS costing on average $173 (€142).
Other travel options to Garden City, KS take longer:
Bus takes on average 19h 5m.
Tickets start at around $162 (€133) compared to roughly $126 (€103) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-36.03 (€-29.49). The journey takes 14h 32m versus 9h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
St. Louis, MO to Garden City, KS train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Garden City, KS trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:11 PM St. Louis, MO | 14h32 | 5:43 AM Garden City, KS | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Louis, MO to Garden City, KS
Trains from St. Louis, MO to Garden City, KS run on average 1 times per day, taking around 14h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $156 (€128) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:35, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 580 miles (934 km) distance in 14h 32m.
Distance 580 miles (934 km) |
Average train duration 14h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $156 (€128) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 14h 32m |
First train 6:35 AM |
Last train 10:28 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Amtrak from St. Louis, MO to Garden City, KS trainsAmtrak trains will get you between St. Louis, MO and Garden City, KS from $156 (€128). 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 St. Louis, MO to Garden City, KS
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO to Garden City, KS 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 Garden City, KS, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from St. Louis, MO to Garden City, KS
Most St. Louis, MO to Garden City, KS trains use the St. Louis Station to Garden City Amtrak station pair. Use this guide to compare St. Louis, MO and Garden City, KS train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which St. Louis, MO station do trains to Garden City, KS leave from?
Getting to St. Louis Station from St. Louis city centre
St. Louis Station 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 and drink
Food options include: Landry's Seafood House, The Station Grille
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St. Louis Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at St. Louis Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St. Louis Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St. Louis Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Louis Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include St. Louis Union Station Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, Courtyard St. Louis Downtown West, Drury Inn St. Louis at Union Station.
Which Garden City, KS station do trains from St. Louis, MO arrive at?
Garden City Amtrak train station facilities and services
Garden City Amtrak has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Garden City Amtrak.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Garden City Amtrak.
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