The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Louis, MO to Indianapolis, IN
Cheapest price
$144
Average price
$148
Fastest journey
10 h 55 m
Average duration
12 h 47 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
370 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Louis, MO to Indianapolis, IN 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 Indianapolis, IN will cost around $148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
It's difficult to get from St. Louis, MO to Indianapolis, IN without transferring at least once.
22 Texas Eagle · 50 Cardinal
318 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner · 8856 AMTRAK
318 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner · 8856 AMTRAK
22 Texas Eagle · 50 CardinalTravel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for St. Louis, MO to Indianapolis, IN
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Indianapolis, IN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €84.
Distance: 229 miles (370 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€98 Average price | €45 Average price Cheapest | €223 Average price |
8h 11m Average total duration 7h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
St. Louis, MO to Indianapolis, IN train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Indianapolis, IN trains for today, Wednesday, December 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:55 PM St. Louis, MO | 10h55 | 6:50 AM Indianapolis, IN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Louis, MO to Indianapolis, IN
Trains from St. Louis, MO to Indianapolis, IN run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 (€62) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 15:39. The fastest train covers the 229 miles (370 km) distance in 10h 55m.
Distance 229 miles (370 km) |
Average train duration 7h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€62) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 10h 55m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 15:39 |
Train companies: Amtrak from St. Louis, MO to Indianapolis, IN trainsAmtrak trains will get you between St. Louis, MO and Indianapolis, IN from $32 (€26). 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 Indianapolis, IN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO to Indianapolis, IN 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 Indianapolis, IN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from St. Louis, MO to Indianapolis, IN
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available a few blocks away from the station.
- Harry & Izzy's
- St. Elmo Steak House
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Crowne Plaza Indianapolis-Dwtn-Union-Stn
- Omni Severin Hotel
- The Westin Indianapolis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform for Amtrak's Cardinal line
- Bus: IndyGo routes available nearby
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