The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Louis, MO to Jefferson City, MO
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Louis, MO to Jefferson City, MO 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 Jefferson City, MO will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 2 trains that leave St. Louis, MO for Jefferson City, MO on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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.
311 Missouri River Runner8:10 AM2h25St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO10:35 AMJefferson City Station, Jefferson City, MO$361One-way0 transfers
319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner3:11 PM2h25St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO5:36 PMJefferson City Station, Jefferson City, MO$711One-way0 transfers
319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner3:11 PM2h25St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO5:36 PMJefferson City Station, Jefferson City, MO$711One-way0 transfers
311 Missouri River Runner8:10 AM2h25St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO10:35 AMJefferson City Station, Jefferson City, MO$361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for St. Louis, MO to Jefferson City, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Jefferson City, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $29.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price Cheapest | $41 Average price | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from St. Louis, MO to Jefferson City, MO:
A train is $5 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from St. Louis, MO to Jefferson City, MO costing on average $41 (€34).
Other travel options to Jefferson City, MO take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 56m.
Tickets start at around $36 (€29) compared to roughly $27 (€22) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-8.92 (€-7.30). The journey takes 2h 25m versus 2h 3m 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 Jefferson City, MO train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Jefferson City, MO trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
311 Missouri River Runner | 8:10 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 2h25 | 10:35 AM Jefferson City Station, Jefferson City, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner | 3:11 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 2h25 | 5:36 PM Jefferson City Station, Jefferson City, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Louis, MO to Jefferson City, MO
Trains from St. Louis, MO to Jefferson City, MO run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:10, the last at 19:12. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 8:10 AM |
Last train 7:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from St. Louis, MO to Jefferson City, MO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between St. Louis, MO and Jefferson City, MO from $23 (€19). 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 Jefferson City, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO to Jefferson City, 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 Jefferson City, MO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from St. Louis, MO to Jefferson City, MO
- 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
- Parking is available at the station
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- Courtyard Jefferson City
- Fairfield Inn & Suites Jefferson City
- Capitol Plaza Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is located on the ground floor of the former Union Hotel.
- Bus: Local bus services available
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