The cheapest and fastest trains from Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$156
Average price
$156
Fastest journey
9 h 55 m
Average duration
9 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
477 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Topeka, KS 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 Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO will cost around $156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $156.
It's difficult to get from Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO without transferring at least once.
4:25 AM9h55Topeka, KS2:20 PMSt. Louis, MO$1561One-way1 transfer
4:25 AM9h55Topeka, KS2:20 PMSt. Louis, MO$1561One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a flight costs an average of $229.
Distance: 296 miles (477 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$76 Average price | $70 Average price Cheapest | $320 Average price |
8h 13m Average total duration 7h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO train times
The table below shows live departures for Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:25 AM Topeka, KS | 9h55 | 2:20 PM St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO
Trains from Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $68 (€54) but you can travel from only $55 (€44) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 15:11. The fastest train covers the 296 miles (477 km) distance in 9h 55m.
Distance 296 miles (477 km) |
Average train duration 7h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€54) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 9h 55m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 3:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Topeka, KS and St. Louis, MO from $55 (€44). 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 Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Topeka, KS 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station features a single main hall with ticketing and waiting areas.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 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
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