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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Springfield start from R 276. The average price for this train route is around R 328. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Springfield?

The average train journey time from St. Louis to Springfield is 1h 44m, covering a distance of 140 km. The quickest train can get you there in 44m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from St. Louis to Springfield departs at 04:30. And the latest train departs at 17:40.

Train St. Louis to Springfield from R 242 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 24 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 25 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	10:25	Gateway Station	1h 53m	12:18	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 26 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	10:25	Gateway Station	1h 53m	12:18	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 27 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	10:25	Gateway Station	1h 53m	12:18	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 28 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:40	Gateway Station	1h 41m	19:21	Springfield Station	Cheapest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	Fastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 29 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	10:25	Gateway Station	1h 53m	12:18	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 30 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	10:25	Gateway Station	1h 53m	12:18	Springfield Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Springfield

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 1 hour 44 minutes and with fares starting at just R 276, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

1h 44mAverage duration

140 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 296 - R 572	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 276 - R 1 253	Average duration1h 44m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 774 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5774 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 276

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Springfield, IL by train

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

How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Springfield?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Springfield start from R 276. The average price for this train route is around R 328. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Springfield?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Springfield is 1h 44m, covering a distance of 140 km. The quickest train can get you there in 44m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Springfield route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Springfield?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Springfield departs at 04:30. And the latest train departs at 17:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

21/03

R 345

22/03

R 518

Today

R 345

24/03

R 345

25/03

R 345

26/03

R 345

27/03

R 518

28/03

R 345

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Springfield, IL was searched and found on 21 Mar 2026 with a price of R 345

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 Springfield, IL as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 345 to R 3 381 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 345, which is on 2026-03-24.

What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Springfield, IL?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1h 50m	Avg priceR 365	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 44m	Avg priceR 328	Daily departures5

The best way to travel between St. Louis and Springfield, IL is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 328 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 276. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Springfield, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from St. Louis to Springfield, IL in about 1h 44m – that's the fastest way to get there!