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

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

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

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

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

No, there is no direct train from St. Louis to California station. However, there are services departing from St. Louis and arriving at Jefferson City Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from St. Louis to California?

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

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

The best way to get from St. Louis to California without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs $90 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from St. Louis to California, including transfers.

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

St. Louis to California train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from St. Louis station.

Where does the St. Louis to California train arrive?

St. Louis to California train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Jefferson City Station.

Can I drive from St. Louis to California?

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

Where can I stay near California?

There are three+ hotels available in California.

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

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from St. Louis to Jefferson City Stationtrain Missouri River Runner / ...
2h 52m
$94–150
Drive 151.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from St. Louis to Californiacar 151.1 mi
2h 47m
$28–40
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Columbiabus Greyhound US1200 / ...
2. Take the taxi from Columbia to Californiataxi
3h 16m
$169–217

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Distance: 145.2 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

Amtrak operates a train from St. Louis to Jefferson City Station twice daily. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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