The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN
Cheapest price
$350
Average price
$350
Fastest journey
14 h 46 m
Average duration
14 h 46 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
742 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN 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 Saint Paul, MN will cost around $350 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $350.
It's difficult to get from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN without transferring at least once.
8:10 AM14h46St. Louis, MO10:56 PMSaint Paul, MN$3501One-way1 transfer
8:10 AM14h46St. Louis, MO10:56 PMSaint Paul, MN$3501One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $92. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $92, and a flight costs an average of $216.
Distance: 461 miles (742 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$132 Average price Cheapest | $160 Average price | $386 Average price | $107 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 56m Average total duration 12h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 42m Average total duration 19h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 2m Average total duration Fastest 6h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN:
A train is $28 (€23) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN costing on average $160 (€129).
A train is $254 (€205) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN costing on average $386 (€312).
Other travel options to Saint Paul, MN take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 26m.
Bus takes on average 19h 12m.
Tickets start at around $132 (€107) compared to roughly $107 (€87) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-24.44 (€-19.78). The journey takes 12h 26m versus 8h 25m 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 Saint Paul, MN train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN trains for tomorrow, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:10 AM St. Louis, MO | 14h46 | 10:56 PM Saint Paul, MN | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN
Trains from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $92 (€74) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 461 miles (742 km) distance in 14h 11m.
Distance 461 miles (742 km) |
Average train duration 12h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€74) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 14h 11m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Amtrak from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN trainsAmtrak trains will get you between St. Louis, MO and Saint Paul, MN from $92 (€74). 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 Saint Paul, MN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN 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 Saint Paul, MN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available with several options for short-term and long-term stays.
- The Buttered Tin
- Saint Dinette
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $1
- The Saint Paul Hotel
- Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown
- InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront
- 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 regional trains
- Hall 3: event spaces and retail
- Metro Transit: Green Line
- Bus: Several lines available
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