The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Union Station, Denver, CO
Cheapest price
$1270
Average price
$1296
Fastest journey
1 d 46 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 18 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
1280 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Union Station, Denver, CO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Union Station, Denver, CO will cost around $1296 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $1270.
It's difficult to get from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Union Station, Denver, CO without transferring at least once.
22 Texas Eagle · 5522 AMTRAK · 5 California Zephyr8:10 AM24h46St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO7:56 AMUnion Station, Denver, CO$12701One-way2 transfers
302 Lincoln Service · 5 California Zephyr6:35 AM26h21St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO7:56 AMUnion Station, Denver, CO$12731One-way1 transfer
422 Texas Eagle · 5522 AMTRAK · 5 California Zephyr8:10 AM24h46St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO7:56 AMUnion Station, Denver, CO$13451One-way2 transfers
22 Texas Eagle · 5522 AMTRAK · 5 California Zephyr8:10 AM24h46St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO7:56 AMUnion Station, Denver, CO$12701One-way2 transfers
422 Texas Eagle · 5522 AMTRAK · 5 California Zephyr8:10 AM24h46St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO7:56 AMUnion Station, Denver, CO$13451One-way2 transfers
302 Lincoln Service · 5 California Zephyr6:35 AM26h21St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO7:56 AMUnion Station, Denver, CO$12731One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Union Station, Denver, CO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Union Station, Denver, CO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $86. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $86, and a train costs an average of $143.
Distance: 795 miles (1280 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$265 Average price | $152 Average price Cheapest | $184 Average price | $171 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
22h 49m Average total duration 22h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 45m Average total duration 17h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Union Station, Denver, CO:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Union Station, Denver, CO costing on average $184 (€150).
A bus is $113 (€93) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Union Station, Denver, CO costing on average $265 (€217).
Other travel options to Union Station, Denver, CO take longer:
Bus takes on average 17h 15m.
Train takes on average 22h 19m.
Tickets start at around $265 (€217) compared to roughly $171 (€140) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-93.51 (€-76.53). The journey takes 22h 19m versus 12h 5m 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 Station, St. Louis, MO to Union Station, Denver, CO train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Union Station, Denver, CO trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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302 Lincoln Service · 5 California Zephyr | 6:35 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 26h21 | 7:56 AM Union Station, Denver, CO | 1 transfer | |
22 Texas Eagle · 5522 AMTRAK · 5 California Zephyr | 8:10 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 24h46 | 7:56 AM Union Station, Denver, CO | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Union Station, Denver, CO
Trains from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Union Station, Denver, CO run on average 2 times per day, taking around 22h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $143 (€117) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 12:35, the last at 14:10. The fastest train covers the 795 miles (1280 km) distance in 24h 46m.
Distance 795 miles (1280 km) |
Average train duration 22h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $143 (€117) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 24h 46m |
First train 12:35 PM |
Last train 2:10 PM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Amtrak from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Union Station, Denver, CO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO and Union Station, Denver, CO from $48 (€39). 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 Station, St. Louis, MO to Union Station, Denver, CO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Union Station, Denver, CO 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 Union Station, Denver, CO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Union Station, Denver, CO
- 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 - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Wynkoop Street
- Snooze an A.M. Eatery
- Mercantile Dining & Provision
- Ultreia
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- $1.00
- The Crawford Hotel
- The Oxford Hotel
- Hotel Indigo Denver Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and RTD services
- Hall 2: dining and shopping area
- Hall 3: hotel access
- RTD Light Rail: Lines A, B, G
- Bus: Several RTD bus lines available


