The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Louis, MO to Seattle, WA
Cheapest price
$404
Average price
$445
Fastest journey
2 d 18 h 15 m
Average duration
3 d 3 h 58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
2769 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Louis, MO to Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA will cost around $445 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $404.
Of the 2 trains that leave St. Louis, MO for Seattle, WA on Sat, Apr 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Apr 11 the direct trains cover the 2769 km distance in an average of 3 d 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 d 18 h 15 m .
On Sat, Apr 11 the slowest trains will take 3 d 13 h 41 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.
2:10 PM85h41St. Louis, MO3:51 AMSeattle, WA$4041One-way0 transfers
12:35 PM66h15St. Louis, MO6:50 AMSeattle, WA$4851One-way0 transfers
12:35 PM66h15St. Louis, MO6:50 AMSeattle, WA$4851One-way0 transfers
2:10 PM85h41St. Louis, MO3:51 AMSeattle, WA$4041One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for St. Louis, MO to Seattle, WA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Seattle, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $234. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $234, and a train costs an average of $281.
Distance: 1720 miles (2769 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$476 Average price | $314 Average price | $292 Average price Cheapest |
52h 25m Average total duration 51h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 53h 31m Average total duration 53h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
St. Louis, MO to Seattle, WA train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Seattle, WA trains for tomorrow, Friday, April 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:35 PM St. Louis, MO | 66h15 | 6:50 AM Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:10 PM St. Louis, MO | 85h41 | 3:51 AM Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Louis, MO to Seattle, WA
Trains from St. Louis, MO to Seattle, WA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 51h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $281 (€225) but you can travel from only $87 (€70) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 19:42. The fastest train covers the 1720 miles (2769 km) distance in 54h 54m.
Distance 1720 miles (2769 km) |
Average train duration 51h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $281 (€225) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 54h 54m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 7:42 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from St. Louis, MO to Seattle, WA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between St. Louis, MO and Seattle, WA from $87 (€70). 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 Seattle, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO to Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from St. Louis, MO to Seattle, WA
- 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 - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with several parking lots and garages in the vicinity.
- The London Plane
- Salumi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
- The Arctic Club Seattle - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
- Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and Sounder trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Light Rail: Link Light Rail at International District/Chinatown Station
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