What is the cheapest way to get from California to St. Louis?

The cheapest way to get from California to St. Louis is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from California to St. Louis?

The fastest way to get from California to St. Louis is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct train between California and St. Louis?

No, there is no direct train from California station to St. Louis. However, there are services departing from Jefferson City Station and arriving at St. Louis via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from California to St. Louis?

The distance between California and St. Louis is 146 miles. The road distance is 152 miles.

How do I travel from California to St. Louis without a car?

The best way to get from California to St. Louis without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs $90 - $150.

How long does it take to get from California to St. Louis?

It takes approximately 3h to get from California to St. Louis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to St. Louis train from?

California to St. Louis train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Jefferson City Station.

Where does the California to St. Louis train arrive?

California to St. Louis train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at St. Louis station.

Can I drive from California to St. Louis?

Yes, the driving distance between California to St. Louis is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from California to St. Louis.

Where can I stay near St. Louis?

There are 525+ hotels available in St. Louis.

California to St. Louis - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from California to St. Louis by train (Amtrak), taxi, bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Jefferson City Station to St. Louistrain Missouri River Runner / ...
3h
$92–148
Drive 151.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from California to St. Louiscar 151.1 mi
2h 47m
$28–40
Taxi, bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the taxi from California to Columbiataxi
2. Take the bus from Columbia to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1200 / ...
3h 6m
$170–218

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Distance: 145.2 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between California, MO, USA and St. Louis, MO, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Jefferson City Station to St. Louis twice daily. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 2h 33m.

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