The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Louis, MO to Utica, NY
Cheapest price
$517
Average price
$517
Fastest journey
21 h 42 m
Average duration
21 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1351 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Louis, MO to Utica, NY 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 Utica, NY will cost around $517 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $517.
It's difficult to get from St. Louis, MO to Utica, NY without transferring at least once.
2:55 PM21h42St. Louis, MO12:37 PMUtica, NY$5171One-way1 transfer
2:55 PM21h42St. Louis, MO12:37 PMUtica, NY$5171One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for St. Louis, MO to Utica, NY
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Utica, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $137. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $137, and a flight costs an average of $211.
Distance: 839 miles (1351 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$206 Average price | $312 Average price | $152 Average price Cheapest | $189 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 19m Average total duration 19h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 38h 4m Average total duration 37h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 52m 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 Utica, NY:
A bus is $54 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St. Louis, MO to Utica, NY costing on average $206 (€169).
A bus is $160 (€131) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St. Louis, MO to Utica, NY costing on average $312 (€256).
Other travel options to Utica, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 19h 49m.
Bus takes on average 37h 34m.
Tickets start at around $206 (€169) compared to roughly $189 (€154) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-17.41 (€-14.24). The journey takes 19h 49m versus 13h 52m 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 Utica, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Utica, NY trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:55 PM St. Louis, MO | 20h42 | 4:37 PM Utica, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Louis, MO to Utica, NY
Trains from St. Louis, MO to Utica, NY run on average 5 times per day, taking around 19h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $165 (€135) but you can travel from only $137 (€112) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:10, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 839 miles (1351 km) distance in 20h 42m.
Distance 839 miles (1351 km) |
Average train duration 19h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $165 (€135) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 20h 42m |
First train 8:10 AM |
Last train 8:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Amtrak from St. Louis, MO to Utica, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between St. Louis, MO and Utica, NY from $137 (€112). 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 Utica, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO to Utica, NY 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 Utica, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from St. Louis, MO to Utica, NY
- 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
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station building
- The Tailor and the Cook
- Ocean Blue Restaurant & Oyster Bar
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Utica
- Fairfield Inn & Suites Utica
- Hotel Utica
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and scenic railroad services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services available
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