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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to El Paso start from $160. The average price for this train route is around $191. 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 El Paso?

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to El Paso is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 1031 miles (1663 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 18h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Louis to El Paso 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 El Paso?

The earliest train departs from St. Louis to El Paso at 7:42pm. And the latest train departs at 7:42pm.

Train St. Louis to El Paso from $153 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to El Paso on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:42pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	1:25pm	Union Depot	Cheapest
Train	7:42pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	1:25pm	Union Depot	Fastest
Train	7:42pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	1:25pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	7:42pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	1:25pm	Union Depot	No tags
Train	7:42pm	Gateway Station	1d 18h	1:25pm	Union Depot	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 6:04 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to El Paso

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

1031 milesDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$163 - $352	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$160 - $276	Average Duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 151kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5648 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 $160

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to El Paso, 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 El Paso?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to El Paso start from $160. The average price for this train route is around $191. 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 El Paso?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to El Paso is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 1031 miles (1663 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 18h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to El Paso 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 El Paso?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to El Paso at 7:42pm. And the latest train departs at 7:42pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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The cheapest trip from St. Louis to El Paso, US was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $183

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 El Paso, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $183 to $1,524 for a train ticket from St. Louis to El Paso, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $305 which is on 2025-12-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to El Paso, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 9h	Avg Price$281	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 18h	Avg Price$191	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between St. Louis and El Paso, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $191 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $160. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to El Paso, US, choose the train, as it will take you from St. Louis to El Paso, US in about 1d 9h - that's the fastest way to get there!