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Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Summit
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Summit. The journey takes about 4 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 288, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
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Bus | Average priceMAD 930 - MAD 930 | Average duration4h 20m | 10kg CO₂e | |
| Average priceMAD 288 - MAD 1,197 | Average duration4h 19m | 37kg CO₂e |
Train Companies
Based on 6394 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 MAD 288
Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Summit, 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 Summit?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Summit start from MAD 288. The average price for this train route is around MAD 575. 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 Summit?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Summit is 4h 19m, covering a distance of 253 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Summit route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Summit?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Summit 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.
The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Summit, IL was searched and found on 9 Aug 2026 with a price of MAD 268To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from St. Louis to Summit, IL as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MAD 268 to MAD 1,145 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Summit, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 268, which is on 2026-08-09.
What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Summit, IL?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between St. Louis and Summit, IL is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost MAD 575 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from MAD 288. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Summit, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from St. Louis to Summit, IL in about 4h 19m – that's the fastest way to get there!
