The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Louis, MO to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$373
Average price
$374
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 47 m
Average duration
1 d 8 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
1403 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Louis, MO to New York, NY 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 New York, NY will cost around $374 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $373.
Of the 2 trains that leave St. Louis, MO for New York, NY on Thu, Nov 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct trains cover the 1403 km distance in an average of 1 d 8 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 2 h 47 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest trains will take 1 d 13 h 13 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for St. Louis, MO to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €52, and a train costs an average of €118.
Distance: 871 miles (1403 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€239 Average price | €90 Average price Cheapest | €180 Average price |
26h 21m Average total duration 25h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 25m Average total duration 25h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
St. Louis, MO to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to New York, NY trains for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
22 Texas Eagle · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 64 Maple Leaf | 1:55 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 37h00 | 2:55 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
422 Texas Eagle · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 64 Maple Leaf | 2:08 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 36h08 | 2:16 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
422 Texas Eagle · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 64 Maple Leaf | 2:08 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 36h08 | 2:16 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
422 Texas Eagle · 41 Floridian · 146 Northeast Regional | 2:10 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 34h36 | 12:46 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
22 Texas Eagle · 48 Lake Shore Limited | 2:10 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 33h32 | 11:42 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
22 Texas Eagle · 41 Floridian · 146 Northeast Regional | 2:10 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 34h36 | 12:46 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
422 Texas Eagle · 48 Lake Shore Limited | 2:10 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 33h32 | 11:42 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
318 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner · 48 Lake Shore Limited | 8:55 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 26h47 | 11:42 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Louis, MO to New York, NY
Trains from St. Louis, MO to New York, NY run on average 7 times per day, taking around 25h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $146 (€118) but you can travel from only $64 (€52) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:40, the last at 15:49. The fastest train covers the 871 miles (1403 km) distance in 26h 47m.
Distance 871 miles (1403 km) |
Average train duration 25h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $146 (€118) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 26h 47m |
First train 06:40 |
Last train 15:49 |
Train companies: Amtrak from St. Louis, MO to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between St. Louis, MO and New York, NY from $64 (€52). 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 New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO to New York, NY 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from St. Louis, MO to New York, NY
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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