Previously seen journeys

Next departures from St. Louis to Waterloo on 12 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:10	Gateway Station	16h 5m	01:15	Waterloo Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:10	Gateway Station	13h 13m	22:23	Waterloo Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	14:55	Gateway Station	9h 20m	01:15	Waterloo Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	10:40	Gateway Station	13h 35m	01:15	Waterloo Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	10:40	Gateway Station	10h 43m	22:23	Waterloo Station

Get from St. Louis to Waterloo

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 13 hours 13 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 310, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

13h 13mAverage duration

541 kmDistance

49kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Waterloo, IN, US?

St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Waterloo, IN, US

A
Waterloo Station
485 W Van Vleek St, Waterloo, IN 46793, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56 565 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Based on 6565 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at PEN 310

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Waterloo, IN, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Waterloo?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Waterloo start from PEN 310. The average price for this train route is around PEN 507. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Waterloo?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Waterloo is 13h 13m, covering a distance of 541 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Waterloo route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Waterloo?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Waterloo departs at 08:10. And the latest train departs at 14:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/10

PEN 510

10/10

PEN 447

Today

PEN 633

12/10

PEN 380

13/10

PEN 398

14/10

PEN 324

15/10

PEN 398

16/10

PEN 468

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Waterloo, IN, US was searched and found on 14 Oct 2026 with a price of PEN 324

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 Waterloo, IN, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PEN 324 to PEN 2 953 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Waterloo, IN, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 324, which is on 2026-10-14.