Trains tickets from Los Angeles, US to St. Louis

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Today28 Jul
Tomorrow29 Jul
from US$298
Wed30 Jul
from US$356
Thu31 Jul
from US$356
Fri1 Aug
from US$242
Sat2 Aug
from US$298
Sun3 Aug
from US$242
Mon4 Aug
from US$348

Trains leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: St. Louis
    Destination location: Gateway Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: St. Louis
    Destination location: Gateway Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: St. Louis
    Destination location: Gateway Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: St. Louis
    Destination location: Gateway Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: St. Louis
    Destination location: Gateway Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to St. Louis

Bus
Average priceUS$108 - US$409Average duration1d 20h
64kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$166 - US$519Average duration2d 2h
232kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Los Angeles to St. Louis

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 day, 20 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
1d 20hAverage duration
US$108Cheapest ticket
64kgCO₂ emissions

Train Los Angeles, US to St. Louis: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$261
Average train trip duration2d 2h
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure17:19
Distance1582 miles
Latest train departure22:00

Los Angeles to St. Louis Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Los Angeles, US - St. Louis

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles to St. Louis cost?

    The average train ticket price from Los Angeles to St. Louis is US$261. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Los Angeles to St. Louis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Los Angeles to St. Louis?

    A train trip between Los Angeles and St. Louis is around 2d 2h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 19h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1585 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Los Angeles and St. Louis?

    The number of trains from Los Angeles to St. Louis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Los Angeles to St. Louis by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Los Angeles to St. Louis?

    When taking the train from Los Angeles to St. Louis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Los Angeles to St. Louis?

    Trains travelling between Los Angeles and St. Louis leave from Ramirez Street bus stop or UCLA and arrive at Gateway Station.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
26/07
US$335
27/07
US$279
Today
US$331
29/07
US$286
30/07
US$342
31/07
US$342
01/08
US$232
02/08
US$286
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to St. Louis was searched and found on 1 Aug 2025 with a price of US$232

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

You can expect to pay from US$232 to US$2,116 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$232, which is on 2025-08-01.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Los Angeles and St. Louis is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in St. Louis.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to St. Louis, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Los Angeles and St. Louis, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Los Angeles to St. Louis while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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Train from St. Louis to Los Angeles, US

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