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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Washington start from $108. The average price for this train route is around $279. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Washington is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 710 miles (1144 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Louis to Washington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Washington?

The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Washington at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 8:10am.

Train St. Louis to Washington from $103 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for St. Louis to Washington on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 9h	6:30pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:10am	Gateway Station	1d 2h	1:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 9h	6:30pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 9h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 9h	6:30pm	Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

710 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$103 - $335	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$108 - $1,598	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Washington, DC, US?

St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,726 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5726 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $108

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Washington start from $108. The average price for this train route is around $279. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Washington?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Washington is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 710 miles (1144 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Washington?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Washington at 8:10am. And 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

01/09

$677

01/10

$243

Today

$256

01/12

No data

01/13

No data

01/14

No data

01/15

$103

01/16

$215

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $103

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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $103 to $1,512 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $103 which is on 2026-01-15.