The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 8 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
422 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, 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 Station, St. Louis, MO to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 6 trains that leave St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO for Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 422 km distance in an average of 5 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 5 h 34 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.
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22 Texas Eagle
318 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
300 Lincoln Service
306 Lincoln Service
302 Lincoln Service
318 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
22 Texas EagleTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a flight costs an average of €66.
Distance: 262 miles (422 km)
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€48 Average price | €44 Average price Cheapest | €287 Average price |
5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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306 Lincoln Service | 11:40 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 5h03 | 4:43 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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300 Lincoln Service | 10:30 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 4h55 | 3:25 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
302 Lincoln Service | 12:35 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 5h05 | 5:40 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
22 Texas Eagle | 2:10 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 5h34 | 7:44 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
318 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner | 8:55 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 5h05 | 2:00 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL
Trains from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:30, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 262 miles (422 km) distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 262 miles (422 km) |
Average train duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 09:30 |
Last train 22:40 |
Train companies: Amtrak from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO and Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL from $30 (€25). 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 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL 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 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL
- 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 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
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