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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Philadelphia start at $195. The average price for this train route is around $555. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average train trip from St. Louis to Philadelphia takes 1d 8h and covers 1300 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from St. Louis to Philadelphia departs at 8:10am. The latest train departs at 8:10am.

Train St. Louis to Philadelphia from $194 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Philadelphia on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 8h	5:56pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 7h	4:28pm	30th Street Station	Fastest

Next departures for St. Louis to Philadelphia on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:59pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 7h	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 7h	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 1:50 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

1272 kmDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$102 - $685	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$195 - $2,794	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 118kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,682 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5682 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $195

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA by train

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

How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Philadelphia start at $195. The average price for this train route is around $555. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from St. Louis to Philadelphia?
The average train trip from St. Louis to Philadelphia takes 1d 8h and covers 1300 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Philadelphia departs at 8:10am. The latest train departs at 8:10am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-25

$357

12-26

$1,239

Today

$2,416

12-28

$1,888

12-29

$567

12-30

No data

12-31

No data

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $357

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

You can expect to pay from $357 to $2,451 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $567 which is on 2025-12-29.