The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Louis, MO to Seattle, WA
Cheapest price
$527
Average price
$667
Fastest journey
2 d 6 h 54 m
Average duration
2 d 22 h 13 m
Trains per day
8
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 $667 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $527.
It's difficult to get from St. Louis, MO to Seattle, WA without transferring at least once.
302 Lincoln Service · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades6:35 AM66h15St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO10:50 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$5271One-way2 transfers
421 Texas Eagle · 14 Coast Starlight8:10 PM97h41St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO7:51 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$5731One-way1 transfer
421 Texas Eagle · 5717 AMTRAK · 717 Gold Runner · 14 Coast Starlight8:10 PM97h41St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO7:51 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$6221One-way3 transfers
421 Texas Eagle · 5817 AMTRAK · 717 Gold Runner · 14 Coast Starlight8:10 PM97h41St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO7:51 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$6221One-way3 transfers
302 Lincoln Service · 7 Empire Builder6:35 AM54h54St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO11:29 AMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$6951One-way1 transfer
302 Lincoln Service · 7 Empire Builder6:35 AM54h54St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO11:29 AMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$6951One-way1 transfer
300 Lincoln Service · 7 Empire Builder4:30 AM56h59St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO11:29 AMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$6951One-way1 transfer
302 Lincoln Service · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades6:35 AM66h15St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO10:50 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$5271One-way2 transfers
22 Texas Eagle · 5522 AMTRAK · 5 California Zephyr · 14 Coast Starlight8:10 AM85h41St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO7:51 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$7901One-way3 transfers
302 Lincoln Service · 5 California Zephyr · 14 Coast Starlight6:35 AM87h16St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO7:51 PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA$8121One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, 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 flight with prices starting from $86. 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 flight costs an average of $86, and a train costs an average of $206.
Distance: 1720 miles (2769 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$474 Average price | $342 Average price | $294 Average price Cheapest | $428 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
57h 2m Average total duration 56h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59h 58m Average total duration 59h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 30h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St. Louis, MO to Seattle, WA:
A flight is $48 (€38) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from St. Louis, MO to Seattle, WA costing on average $342 (€276).
A flight is $180 (€145) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St. Louis, MO to Seattle, WA costing on average $474 (€382).
Other travel options to Seattle, WA take longer:
Train takes on average 56h 32m.
Bus takes on average 59h 28m.
Tickets start at around $474 (€382) compared to roughly $428 (€345) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-46.54 (€-37.53). The journey takes 56h 32m versus 30h 43m 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 Seattle, WA train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Seattle, WA trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
300 Lincoln Service · 7 Empire Builder | 4:30 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 56h59 | 11:29 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 1 transfer | |
302 Lincoln Service · 7 Empire Builder | 6:35 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 54h54 | 11:29 AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 1 transfer | |
302 Lincoln Service · 5 California Zephyr · 14 Coast Starlight | 6:35 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 87h16 | 7:51 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 2 transfers | |
302 Lincoln Service · 27 Empire Builder · 508 Amtrak Cascades | 6:35 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 66h15 | 10:50 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 2 transfers | |
22 Texas Eagle · 5522 AMTRAK · 5 California Zephyr · 14 Coast Starlight | 8:10 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 85h41 | 7:51 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 3 transfers |
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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 56h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $206 (€166) but you can travel from only $86 (€70) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 1720 miles (2769 km) distance in 53h 54m.
Distance 1720 miles (2769 km) |
Average train duration 56h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $206 (€166) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 53h 54m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 8:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from St. Louis, MO to Seattle, WA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between St. Louis, MO and Seattle, WA from $86 (€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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