The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Louis, MO to Memphis, TN
Cheapest price
$251
Average price
$251
Fastest journey
22 h 17 m
Average duration
22 h 17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
387 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Louis, MO to Memphis, TN 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 Memphis, TN will cost around $251 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $251.
Of the 1 trains that leave St. Louis, MO for Memphis, TN on Mon, Jan 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 12 the direct trains cover the 387 km distance in an average of 22 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 h 17 m .
On Mon, Jan 12 the slowest trains will take 22 h 17 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for St. Louis, MO to Memphis, TN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Memphis, TN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, and a flight costs an average of €145.
Distance: 240 miles (387 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€264 Average price | €52 Average price Cheapest | €319 Average price |
7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration Fastest 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 33m Average total duration 7h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
St. Louis, MO to Memphis, TN train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Memphis, TN trains for today, Sunday, January 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:10 PM St. Louis, MO | 22h17 | 11:27 AM Memphis, TN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Louis, MO to Memphis, TN
Trains from St. Louis, MO to Memphis, TN run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $101 (€81) but you can travel from only $52 (€42) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 240 miles (387 km) distance in 12h 19m.
Distance 240 miles (387 km) |
Average train duration 7h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $101 (€81) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 12h 19m |
First train 08:10 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from St. Louis, MO to Memphis, TN trainsAmtrak trains will get you between St. Louis, MO and Memphis, TN from $52 (€42). 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 Memphis, TN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO to Memphis, TN 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 Memphis, TN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from St. Louis, MO to Memphis, TN
- 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 - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station.
- Central BBQ
- Arcade Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1
- The Central Station Memphis, Curio Collection by Hilton
- Hotel Napoleon
- The Peabody Memphis
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform for Amtrak trains
- Bus: MATA Bus services available
- Trolley: Main Street Trolley
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