The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
€54
Average price
€148
Fastest journey
5 h 3 m
Average duration
6 h 31 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
419 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL will cost around €148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
Of the 4 trains that leave St. Louis, MO for Chicago, IL on Thu, Aug 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 419 km distance in an average of 6 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 3 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 10 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
306 Lincoln Service5:40 PM5h03St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO10:43 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL€541One-way0 transfers
318 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner2:55 PM5h05St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO8:00 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL€1121One-way0 transfers
8359 AMTRAK · 58 City Of New Orleans9:00 PM10h15St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO7:15 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL€1131One-way1 transfer
22 Texas Eagle8:10 AM5h39St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO1:49 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL€3131One-way0 transfers
306 Lincoln Service5:40 PM5h03St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO10:43 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL€541One-way0 transfers
318 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner2:55 PM5h05St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO8:00 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL€1121One-way0 transfers
22 Texas Eagle8:10 AM5h39St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO1:49 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL€3131One-way0 transfers
8359 AMTRAK · 58 City Of New Orleans9:00 PM10h15St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO7:15 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL€1131One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €86.
Distance: 419 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€48 Average price Cheapest | €55 Average price | €329 Average price |
6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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318 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner | 2:55 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 5h05 | 8:00 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
306 Lincoln Service | 5:40 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 5h03 | 10:43 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
8359 AMTRAK · 58 City Of New Orleans | 9:00 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 10h15 | 7:15 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
22 Texas Eagle | 8:10 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 5h39 | 1:49 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL
Trains from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 419 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 419 km |
Average train duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between St. Louis, MO and Chicago, IL from €24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL
Most St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL trains use the St. Louis Station to Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare St. Louis, MO and Chicago, IL train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which St. Louis, MO station do trains to Chicago, IL leave from?
Getting to St. Louis Station from St. Louis city centre
St. Louis Station train station facilities and services
St. Louis Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Landry's Seafood House, The Station Grille
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St. Louis Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at St. Louis Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St. Louis Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St. Louis Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Louis Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include St. Louis Union Station Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, Courtyard St. Louis Downtown West, Drury Inn St. Louis at Union Station.
Which Chicago, IL station do trains from St. Louis, MO arrive at?
Getting to Union Station from Chicago city centre
Union Station is 3 km from Chicago city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant, Lou Mitchell's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Kimpton Gray Hotel, JW Marriott Chicago, W Chicago - City Center.
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