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Saint Louis Art Museum
Major fine arts museum in Forest Park with collections spanning ancient to modern works. A top cultural stop known for strong European, American, and global holdings.
Cheapest price
$1077
Average price
$1077
Fastest journey
22 h 20 m
Average duration
22 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1278 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Syracuse, NY to St. Louis, MO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Syracuse, NY to St. Louis, MO will cost around $1077 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $1077.
Of the 1 trains that leave Syracuse, NY for St. Louis, MO on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 1278 km distance in an average of 22 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 h 20 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 22 h 20 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Syracuse, NY to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $116. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $116, and a flight costs an average of $250.
Distance: 794 miles (1278 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$273 Average price | $411 Average price | $192 Average price Cheapest |
18h 48m Average total duration 18h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 1m Average total duration Fastest 6h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 31m Average total duration 27h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Syracuse, NY to St. Louis, MO:
A bus is $81 (€66) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Syracuse, NY to St. Louis, MO costing on average $273 (€224).
A bus is $219 (€179) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Syracuse, NY to St. Louis, MO costing on average $411 (€337).
Other travel options to St. Louis, MO take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 18m.
Bus takes on average 27h 1m.
The table below shows live departures for Syracuse, NY to St. Louis, MO trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
449 Lake Shore Limited · 307 Lincoln Service | 10:05 PM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 27h04 | 12:09 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 21 Texas Eagle | 10:05 PM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 22h20 | 7:25 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
49 Lake Shore Limited · 307 Lincoln Service | 10:05 PM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 27h04 | 12:09 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
49 Lake Shore Limited · 21 Texas Eagle | 10:05 PM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 22h20 | 7:25 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 2:05 AM Syracuse, NY | 22h20 | 12:25 AM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Syracuse, NY to St. Louis, MO run on average 4 times per day, taking around 18h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $104 (€85) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:35, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 794 miles (1278 km) distance in 22h 20m.
Distance 794 miles (1278 km) |
Average train duration 18h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $104 (€85) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 22h 20m |
First train 6:35 AM |
Last train 10:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Major fine arts museum in Forest Park with collections spanning ancient to modern works. A top cultural stop known for strong European, American, and global holdings.
Highly original museum and artist-built environment with architectural salvage, tunnels, slides, and installations. One of the city’s most distinctive and widely shared attractions.
History museum in Forest Park covering St. Louis, Missouri, and regional stories through permanent and rotating exhibitions. Well suited for visitors wanting local context.
One of the largest urban parks in the United States, home to major institutions, lakes, trails, and broad green spaces. Essential for first-time visitors.
Riverfront grounds around the Arch with lawns, paths, and strong skyline views, useful for walking and iconic photos.
Lively entertainment and walking district known for music venues, public art, shops, and the St. Louis Walk of Fame.
A local pizza style with a very thin, cracker-like crust, cut into squares and traditionally topped with Provel cheese. It is one of the city’s signature foods.
Breaded and fried meat- or cheese-filled ravioli, usually served with marinara sauce. This St. Louis Italian-American specialty is strongly associated with The Hill neighborhood.
A rich, dense cake with a buttery base and sweet cream cheese-like topping. It is one of the most famous desserts identified with St. Louis.
A long-established Italian restaurant on The Hill, known for classic red-sauce dishes, toasted ravioli, and an old-school fine dining feel.
An iconic St. Louis custard stand famous for thick concretes and nostalgic roadside charm. A must for trying the city’s best-known frozen treat.
A respected contemporary American restaurant known for refined cooking, strong wine service, and a polished neighborhood setting.
Generally moderate by U.S. standards. Hotels and attractions are often reasonable, while dining costs vary by neighborhood and venue.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and delivery drivers.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Syracuse, NY to St. Louis, MO 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 St. Louis, MO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Syracuse, NY to St. Louis, MO trains use the Syracuse Station to St. Louis Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Syracuse, NY and St. Louis, MO train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Syracuse Station is 3 km from Syracuse city centre. Public transport options include:
Syracuse Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, The Mission Restaurant
Ticket office support is available at Syracuse Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Syracuse Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Syracuse Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Syracuse Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Syracuse Station.
Nearby hotels include Embassy Suites by Hilton Syracuse, Comfort Inn & Suites Airport, Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites.
St. Louis Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Landry's Seafood House, The Station Grille
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at St. Louis Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St. Louis Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St. Louis Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St. Louis Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Louis Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include St. Louis Union Station Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, Courtyard St. Louis Downtown West, Drury Inn St. Louis at Union Station.
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