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St. Louis Airport (STL) to Independence trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between St. Louis Airport (STL) and Independence takes 5h 49m and the fastest train takes 5h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from St. Louis Airport (STL) to Independence. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 49m
Duration
282 mi
Distance
$172
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

St. Louis Airport (STL) to Independence train times

Trains run twice daily between St. Louis Airport (STL) and Independence. The earliest departure is at 7:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from St. Louis Airport (STL) is at 2:36 PM which arrives into Independence at 8:11 PM. All services require a transfer at CIVIC CENTER station and take an average of 5h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Metro St. LouisAmtrak6h 4m • 1 change
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    Metro St. LouisAmtrak5h 35m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Metro St. LouisAmtrak6h 4m • 1 change
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    Metro St. LouisAmtrak5h 35m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Metro St. LouisAmtrak6h 4m • 1 change
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    Metro St. LouisAmtrak5h 35m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Metro St. LouisAmtrak6h 4m • 1 change
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    Metro St. LouisAmtrak5h 35m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Metro St. LouisAmtrak6h 4m • 1 change
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    Metro St. LouisAmtrak5h 35m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Metro St. LouisAmtrak6h 4m • 1 change
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    Metro St. LouisAmtrak5h 35m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from St. Louis Airport (STL) to Independence? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 282.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between St. Louis Airport (STL), USA and Independence, MO, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from St. Louis to Independence Station twice daily. Tickets cost $140–230 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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