Train from Seattle to St. Louis: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Seattle to St. Louis on December 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Seattle King Street Station
Gateway StationCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 5:45 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 2 days, 12 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $313, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
2d 12hAverage Duration
2768 kmDistance
69kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$313 - $443Average Duration2d 12h
69kg CO₂e
Average Price$226 - $5,570Average Duration3d 10h
252kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle to St. Louis by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Seattle to St. Louis?

    The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to St. Louis start at $226. The average price for this train route is around $905. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Seattle to St. Louis?

    The average train trip from Seattle to St. Louis takes 3d 10h and covers 2769 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Seattle to St. Louis route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Seattle to St. Louis?

    The earliest train from Seattle to St. Louis departs at 9:55am. The latest train departs at 4:55pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12-24
$873
12-25
$625
Today
$3,462
12-27
$1,194
12-28
$1,487
12-29
$804
12-30
$726
12-31
$1,072
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to St. Louis was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $625

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Seattle to St. Louis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $625 to $4,521 for a train ticket from Seattle to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $726 which is on 2025-12-30.

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