Next train departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 8 August
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	17:40	Gateway Station	1h 41m	19:21	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	17:40	Gateway Station	1h 41m	19:21	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 9 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	Cheapest
Train	17:40	Gateway Station	1h 41m	19:21	Springfield Station	Fastest
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Gateway Station	1h 48m	16:43	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	17:40	Gateway Station	1h 41m	19:21	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 10 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Gateway Station	1h 48m	16:43	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Gateway Station	1h 48m	16:43	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 11 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Gateway Station	1h 48m	16:43	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Gateway Station	1h 48m	16:43	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 12 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Gateway Station	1h 48m	16:43	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Gateway Station	1h 48m	16:43	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 13 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Gateway Station	1h 48m	16:43	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Gateway Station	1h 48m	16:43	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 14 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Gateway Station	1h 48m	16:43	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Gateway Station	1h 48m	16:43	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 15 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	1h 38m	06:08	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	1h 44m	08:19	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	1h 53m	10:03	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Gateway Station	1h 48m	16:43	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Gateway Station	1h 48m	16:43	Springfield Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 17:40 CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Springfield

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 1 hour 44 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 783, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

1h 44mAverage duration

87 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceTRY 913 - TRY 1,768	Average duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceTRY 783 - TRY 5,322	Average duration1h 44m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,397 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 6397 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at TRY 783

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Springfield, IL by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from St. Louis to Springfield?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Springfield start from TRY 783. The average price for this train route is around TRY 1,076. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Springfield?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Springfield is 1h 44m, covering a distance of 87 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Springfield route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Springfield?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Springfield departs at 04:30. And the latest train departs at 17:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

06/08

TRY 1,223

07/08

TRY 685

Today

TRY 685

09/08

TRY 1,223

10/08

TRY 685

11/08

TRY 685

12/08

TRY 685

13/08

TRY 685

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Springfield, IL was searched and found on 7 Aug 2026 with a price of TRY 685

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 Springfield, IL as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from TRY 685 to TRY 11,099 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 685, which is on 2026-08-10.