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Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO train with Amtrak

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Cheap train tickets from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO

Showing times and prices for 14 Feb

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Amtrak307 Lincoln Service
19:104h59
Union Station, Chicago, IL
00:09St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
£421One-way
0 changes
Cheapest
Amtrak21 Texas Eagle
13:525h15
Union Station, Chicago, IL
19:07St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
£421One-way
0 changes
Cheapest
Amtrak301 Lincoln Service
07:154h46
Union Station, Chicago, IL
12:01St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
£421One-way
0 changes
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
09:505h01
Union Station, Chicago, IL
14:51St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
£501One-way
0 changes
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak305 Lincoln Service
17:205h03
Union Station, Chicago, IL
22:23St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
£501One-way
0 changes

Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday 14 February
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
Amtrak
301 Lincoln Service
Amtrak301 Lincoln Service
07:15 Union Station, Chicago, IL4h46 12:01 St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO0 changesDirect
Amtrak
319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
Amtrak319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
09:50 Union Station, Chicago, IL5h01 14:51 St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO0 changesDirect
Amtrak
21 Texas Eagle
Amtrak21 Texas Eagle
13:52 Union Station, Chicago, IL5h15 19:07 St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO0 changesDirect
Amtrak
421 Texas Eagle
Amtrak421 Texas Eagle
13:52 Union Station, Chicago, IL5h15 19:07 St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO0 changesDirect
Amtrak
305 Lincoln Service
Amtrak305 Lincoln Service
17:20 Union Station, Chicago, IL5h03 22:23 St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO0 changesDirect
Amtrak
59 City Of New Orleans
Amtrak59 City Of New Orleans
18:05 Union Station, Chicago, IL9h15 03:20 St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO1 change
Amtrak
307 Lincoln Service
Amtrak307 Lincoln Service
19:10 Union Station, Chicago, IL4h59 00:09 St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO0 changesDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO?

The best time to book your train from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO is days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO.

Train times from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO

Showing times and prices for 14 Feb

Fastest Journey

4 h 46 m

Average

5 h 39 m

Trains per day

7

Distance

419 km

Of the 7 trains that leave Chicago, IL for St. Louis, MO every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Amtrak301 Lincoln Service
07:154h46
Union Station, Chicago, IL
12:01St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
£421One-way
0 changes
2nd Fastest
Amtrak307 Lincoln Service
19:104h59
Union Station, Chicago, IL
00:09St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
£421One-way
0 changes
Amtrak319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
09:505h01
Union Station, Chicago, IL
14:51St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
£501One-way
0 changes
Amtrak305 Lincoln Service
17:205h03
Union Station, Chicago, IL
22:23St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
£501One-way
0 changes
Amtrak21 Texas Eagle
13:525h15
Union Station, Chicago, IL
19:07St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO
£421One-way
0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO

Trains from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
418 km
Average train duration
4h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
£28
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
5
Train providers
1
Fastest train
4h 46m
First train
13:15
Last train
23:20
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train providers: Amtrak trains Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO

You can travel by train from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO with Amtrak for as low as £34. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Amtrak is the main train provider in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveller’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey to St. Louis, MO from Chicago, IL, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Train information from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 46 min
  • Cheapest Price: £34
  • Amtrak frequency: 4 a day

FAQs: Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO train

FAQs: Travel by train from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO is £35; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO train time is 4 h 46 min   covering the 259 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO leaves at 04: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO leaves at 23: 00.
Yes, there are 5 direct trains a day from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
For the best Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 00.
A trip to St. Louis, MO from Chicago, IL is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 46 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to St. Louis, MO from Chicago, IL including taking a train, coach or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in Chicago, IL and St. Louis, MO

Chicago
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The major train station for departures in Chicago is Union Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Union Station for your trip from Chicago to St. Louis.
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The major train station for arrivals in St. Louis is St. Louis Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St. Louis Station for your journey to St. Louis from Chicago.
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