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The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL

Showing times and prices for Jun 20

Cheapest price

$25

Average price

$25

Fastest journey

1 h 38 m

Average duration

1 h 40 m

Trains per day

Distance

139 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL 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 Springfield, IL will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave St. Louis, MO for Springfield, IL on Fri, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 139 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .

On Fri, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 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.

10:30AM1h38

St. Louis, MO

12:08PMSpringfield, IL

$251One-way

0 transfers

11:40PM1h41

St. Louis, MO

01:21AMSpringfield, IL

$251One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

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Most popular Train	Bus
€19 Average price Cheapest	€32 Average price
2h 11m Average duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 15m Average duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL

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Trains from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

86 miles (139 km)

Average train duration

1h 41m

Cheapest ticket price

$17 (€14)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 38m

First train

10:30

Last train

23:40

Price information

Train providers: Amtrak from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL trains

Travel to Springfield, IL from St. Louis, MO from $17 (€14) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Train information from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 1 h 38 min
Cheapest Price: $17
Amtrak frequency: 4 a day

FAQs: Trains from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL

FAQs: Travel by train from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL.

Cheap train tickets from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL can start from as little as $16 (€13) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL is $22 (€18); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL is 1 h 38 min to travel the 86 mile (139 km) long trip, with around there are 5 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL leaves at 4: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL leaves at 10: 19 PM.

Yes, there are 5 direct trains a day from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the best St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services to Springfield, IL from St. Louis, MO to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 19 PM.

A day trip to Springfield, IL from St. Louis, MO is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 38 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL by train is June.

You have options as you can travel from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL 2 different ways: train or bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL

St. Louis

Springfield

The major train station for departures in St. Louis is St. Louis Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St. Louis Station for your trip from St. Louis to Springfield.

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