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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Summit start from PLN 114. The average price for this train route is around PLN 161. 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 Summit?

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Summit is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 253 miles (407 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Louis to Summit route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Summit?

The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Summit at 4:30am. And the latest train departs at 5:40pm.

Train St. Louis to Summit from PLN 102 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Summit on June 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:40pm	Gateway Station	4h 20m	10:00pm	Summit, IL	Cheapest
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	4h 16m	7:11pm	Summit, IL	Fastest
Train	5:40pm	Gateway Station	4h 20m	10:00pm	Summit, IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Summit on June 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	4h 19m	8:49am	Summit, IL	Cheapest
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	4h 16m	7:11pm	Summit, IL	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	4h 19m	8:49am	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	4h 29m	11:04am	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	4h 29m	11:04am	Summit, IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Summit on June 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	4h 19m	8:49am	Summit, IL	Cheapest
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	4h 16m	7:11pm	Summit, IL	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	4h 19m	8:49am	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	4h 29m	11:04am	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	4h 29m	11:04am	Summit, IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Summit on June 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	4h 19m	8:49am	Summit, IL	Cheapest
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	4h 16m	7:11pm	Summit, IL	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	4h 19m	8:49am	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	4h 29m	11:04am	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	4h 29m	11:04am	Summit, IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Summit on June 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	4h 19m	8:49am	Summit, IL	Cheapest
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	4h 16m	7:11pm	Summit, IL	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	4h 19m	8:49am	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	4h 29m	11:04am	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	5:40pm	Gateway Station	4h 20m	10:00pm	Summit, IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Summit on June 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:40pm	Gateway Station	4h 20m	10:00pm	Summit, IL	Cheapest
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	4h 16m	7:11pm	Summit, IL	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	4h 19m	8:49am	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	4h 19m	8:49am	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	4h 29m	11:04am	Summit, IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:17 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Summit

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Summit. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

4h 20mAverage Duration

253 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePLN 368 - PLN 368	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePLN 114 - PLN 372	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,818 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5818 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 PLN 114

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Summit, IL 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 Summit?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Summit start from PLN 114. The average price for this train route is around PLN 161. 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 Summit?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Summit is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 253 miles (407 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Summit route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Summit?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Summit at 4:30am. And the latest train departs at 5:40pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

06/05

PLN 261

06/06

PLN 151

Today

PLN 216

06/08

PLN 151

06/09

PLN 151

06/10

PLN 125

06/11

PLN 182

06/12

PLN 216

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Summit, IL was searched and found on Jun 10, 2026 with a price of PLN 125

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 Summit, IL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PLN 125 to PLN 453 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 PLN 125 which is on 2026-06-10.

What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Summit, IL?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h 20m	Avg PricePLN 368	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 20m	Avg PricePLN 161	Daily Departures3

The 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 PLN 161 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from PLN 114. 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 20m - that's the fastest way to get there!