The Amtrak Missouri River Runner is a daily train between Kansas City, MO, and St Louis, MO, and daily Missouri River Runner/Lincoln Service from Kansas City to Chicago via St Louis, plus intermediate stops.
A quick look at the Amtrak Missouri River Runner
Here is a quick look at what this train offers.
- Accommodations
- Coach class
- Business class
- Foodservice
- This train has a cafe car
- You can bring food and beverages with you
- Checked baggage service is unavailable
- Free Amtrak Wi-Fi is available.
- Get this train’s schedule.
Amtrak Missouri River Runner seating options
There are two seating options when it comes to the Missouri River Runner.
Coach class
The Amtrak Missouri River Runner coach seating offers:
- A fold-down tray
- Individual reading lights
- 120v grounded (three-prong) electric outlets
- Some cars have USB chargers.
- There is overhead luggage storage with storage racks in most cars.
- These trains use either the new Venture cars or a mix of older Amtrak cars.
Business class
The train also has a business class with extra legroom, a comfortable seat, and complimentary non-alcoholic beverages. Plus, you are closer to the cafe car with some complimentary drinks (ask the attendant) and have lounge access in Chicago Union for a fee and St Louis for free stations.
Additionally, Business Class customers receive 25% bonus points on Amtrak Guest Rewards points.
Pets
- Amtrak allows dogs and cats.:
- Up to 20 pounds with a combined weight of pet and carrier
- For trips up to seven hours.
- Please read the Amtrak pet policy and print out the paperwork on the policy page.
- You must fill out the paperwork before the train arrives, and the pet must be on the reservation.
Read the service animals policy before booking your trip for qualifications and booking instructions.
Food
- The train has a cafe car that sells:
- A variety of hot and cold meals
- Snacks
- Hot, cold, and alcoholic beverages.
- The cafe is open to all customers for most of the journey but may close at the start and end of the route.
You can bring food on the train, but according to FDA rules, you should refrain from bringing it into the cafe car.
You can bring alcohol on the train but cannot consume it while aboard.
Bikes
- Carry-on/Trainside bicycles basics:
- You can bring up to 50 lbs.
- Standard bicycle sizes apply.
- The maximum tire width is 2″.
- Check the Amtrak bike policy for more details.
- The service may not be available at all stations.
Luggage
This train does not offer a checked bag service.
Each passenger may carry on:
- One personal item, 25 lbs. (12 kg) and 14 x 11 x 7 inches, and
- Two carry-on pieces of luggage, 50 lbs. (23 kg) and 28 x 22 x 14 inches each
- If you transfer to the Pacific Surfliner at some point along your journey, the baggage size for that train is up to 28 x 22 x 11 inches each.
Charges apply for additional and oversized luggage; check out Amtrak’s carry-on bag policy for more information.
Amtrak Missouri River Runner schedule
I created this timetable using data from Amtrak.com. If the times change without my knowledge, check with Amtrak or your eticket.
If there are two times, the first is the arrival, the second is the departure, and if there is only one, it is a quick stop.
Trains 318 and 319 are a combined Missouri River Runner/Lincoln Service from Chicago to Kansas City via St Louis, MO.
| 311 Daily | 319 Daily | Communities Served | 316 Daily | 318 Daily | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Read Down | Read Down | — | Last Stop | Last Stop | CHI – KCS/ KCS – STL |
| – | 9:50a | Chicago, IL Union Station (CHI) | – | 8:00p | 0 |
| – | 10:13a | Summit, IL (SMT) | – | 7:11p | 12 |
| – | 10:40a | Joliet, IL Gateway Center (JOL) | – | 6:46p | 37 |
| – | 11:09a | Dwight, IL (DWT) | – | 6:12p | 74 |
| – | 11:23a | Pontiac, IL (PON) | – | 5:59p | 92 |
| – | 11:59a | Bloomington-Normal, IL (BNL) | – | 5:35p | 124 |
| – | 12:25p | Lincoln, IL (LCN) | – | 5:08p | 156 |
| – | 12:56p | Springfield, IL (SPI) | – | 4:46p | 185 |
| – | 1:33p | Carlinville, IL (CRV) | – | 4:05p | 224 |
| – | 1:59p | Alton, IL (ALN) | – | 3:39p | 257 |
| 8:10a | 2:51p | 3:11p | St. Louis, MO Gateway Station (STL) | 9:45p | 2:20p | 2:55p | 284/0 |
| 8:39a | 3:40p | Kirkwood, MO (KWD) | 9:13p | 1:47p | 297/13 |
| 9:16a | 4:17p | Washington, MO (WAH) | 8:24p | 1:03p | 335/51 |
| 9:45a | 4:45p | Hermann, MO (HEM) | 7:57p | 12:36p | 365/81 |
| 10:35a | 5:36p | Jefferson City, MO (JEF) | 7:12p | 11:49a | 409/125 |
| 11:45a | 6:43p | Sedalia, MO (SED) | 5:54p | 10:27a | 473/189 |
| 12:16p | 7:14p | Warrensburg, MO (WAR) | 5:24p | 9:57a | 502/218 |
| 1:03p | 7:55p | Lee’s Summit, MO (LEE) | 4:41p | 9:16a | 554/260 |
| 1:20p | 8:11p | Independence, MO (IDP) | 4:24p | 8:59a | 557/260 |
| 1:50p | 8:51p | Kansas City, MO Union Station (KCY) | 4:05p | 8:40a | 567/273 |
| Final | Final | Stations | Read Up | Read Up | Miles |
The information for these guides comes from Amtrak, and Amtrak can change them anytime.
Printable Amtrak Missouri River Runner Schedule
This PDF is just for the Missouri River Runner between St Louis and Kansas City,
This PDF is for the Lincoln-Service Missouri River Runner that travels between Chicago and Kansas City via St Louis.
Alternatives to the Amtrak Missouri River Runner Schedule
Depending on where you are leaving from or going, these trains might suit your needs better.
Chicago and Kansas City
The Southwest Chief also travels between Chicago and Kansas City.
The Chief connects with other routes such as The Hiawatha, Illinois and Michigan Service, Capitol Limited, Lake Shore Limited, and Cardinal.
You could even connect to this route with the South Shore Line and Metra; some connections may require a walk from another train station.
Chicago and St Louis
If you are looking at the Lincoln Service/Missouri River Runner but don’t need to go to Kansas City, you can take one of the other Lincon Service trains.
Another alternative is the Texas Eagle, which offers rooms and coach accommodations.
These trains also connect with The Hiawatha, Illinois and Michigan Service, Capitol Limited, Lake Shore Limited, and Cardinal.
Thanks for Learning About The Amtrak Missouri River Runner Schedule
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Safe Travels,
Kev
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