The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$287
Average price
$475
Fastest journey
1 d 4 h 2 m
Average duration
1 d 5 h 44 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to St. Louis, MO will cost around $475 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $287.
Of the 2 trains that leave Washington, DC for St. Louis, MO on Sat, Nov 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 29 the direct trains cover the 1141 km distance in an average of 1 d 5 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 4 h 2 m .
On Sat, Nov 29 the slowest trains will take 1 d 7 h 26 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 train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €75. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €75, and a flight costs an average of €109.
Distance: 708 miles (1141 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
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€232 Average price | €235 Average price | €117 Average price Cheapest |
24h 54m Average total duration 24h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 23m Average total duration 19h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to St. Louis, MO train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to St. Louis, MO trains for today, Friday, November 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:59 PM Washington, DC | 33h08 | 12:07 AM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:05 PM Washington, DC | 33h04 | 5:09 AM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to St. Louis, MO
Trains from Washington, DC to St. Louis, MO run on average 5 times per day, taking around 24h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $157 (€127) but you can travel from only $93 (€75) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:50, the last at 16:05. The fastest train covers the 708 miles (1141 km) distance in 28h 10m.
Distance 708 miles (1141 km) |
Average train duration 24h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $157 (€127) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 28h 10m |
First train 07:50 |
Last train 16:05 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to St. Louis, MO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and St. Louis, MO from $93 (€75). 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 Washington, DC to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to St. Louis, MO
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
- 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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