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Next departures for Washington to St. Louis on September 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:50am	Union Station	1d 12h	7:07pm	Gateway Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	10:59am	Union Station	1d 12h	10:23pm	Gateway Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	10:59am	Union Station	1d 9h	7:07pm	Gateway Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	10:59am	Union Station	1d 12h	10:23pm	Gateway Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:57pm	Union Station	1d 4h	7:07pm	Gateway Station

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 305, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

711 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePLN 305 - PLN 1,262	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePLN 618 - PLN 6,573	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

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

Washington, DC, US

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Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,480 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6480 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 PLN 618

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to St. Louis 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 Washington to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to St. Louis start from PLN 618. The average price for this train route is around PLN 990. 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 Washington to St. Louis?
The average train ride duration from Washington to St. Louis is 1d 8h, 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 Washington to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to St. Louis?
The earliest train departs from Washington to St. Louis at 7:10am. And the latest train departs at 3:57pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/09

PLN 861

09/10

PLN 746

Today

PLN 681

09/12

No data

09/13

PLN 700

09/14

No data

09/15

No data

09/16

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to St. Louis was searched and found on Sep 11, 2026 with a price of PLN 681

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

You can expect to pay from PLN 681 to PLN 5,994 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 700 which is on 2026-09-13.