Find train tickets to Chicago
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Cheapest day | Saturday |
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Most expensive day | Monday |
Average price (round-trip) | $74 |
Average price (one-way) | $36 |
Top tips for finding Chicago train tickets
- If you’re taking a train to Chicago, Union Station is the only train station in the city offering regional transit. All trains connecting with other cities in the United States and Canada leave from and arrive here. Get to and from Union Station using the CTA train system. It’s a great way to get around the city and the CTA Quincy stop is just half a mile away from the train station.
- When visiting Chicago, look up train tickets to Union Station in Chicago instead of arriving by plane. It’s probable this option is more affordable than flying in to the city. Not only is it more likely to be more inexpensive, but when arriving in Chicago you’ll find that the Union train station is already downtown. Arriving at Union Station can make getting around the city and to wherever you may be staying easier and avoids any airport hassle.
- If you’re taking the Amtrak to Chicago Union Station and you require accessible options of getting around, you have nothing to worry about. Chicago Union Train Station has an accessible entrance available at the main entrance on Canal Street. The station also offers elevators to get to the concourse from street level as well as assisted waiting and boarding areas in case you require extra assistance to get on or off the train.
- A great idea for traveling by train is taking a day trip from Chicago. There are a couple good options. Take a trip to Milwaukee, Wisconsin for example. There are plenty of departure and return times out of Union Station starting in the early morning until late evening. The trip is just about an hour and a half between cities and it’s definitely worth your while. Traveling by train gets you easily from one downtown to another.
- Looking for cheap train tickets to Chicago? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Chicago for the following prices or less: From Milwaukee $28, from South Bend $40, from Springfield $46
- Chicago's most searched train station on KAYAK is Chicago Union. It is located 1 mile from the city center.
- You will generally catch the best train deals if you travel to Chicago in the afternoon.
FAQs when traveling to Chicago by train
What is the most popular train station in Chicago?
Chicago Union is the most searched station in Chicago by KAYAK users.
Which train companies travel to Chicago?
Amtrak is the only train company serving Chicago.
How long is the train journey to Chicago from the closest popular cities?
Milwaukee to Chicago - 1h 19m
Lafayette to Chicago - 3h 24m
Springfield to Chicago - 3h 14m
Kalamazoo to Chicago - 2h 19m
Champaign to Chicago - 2h 37m
Bloomington to Chicago - 2h 19m
South Bend to Chicago - 2h 05m
Is there a train with access to the airport?
If you wish to get to and from the airport by train, the city has the L line train, part of the Chicago Transit Authority. This train offers direct access between both the Chicago O’Hare International Airport as well as Midway Airport, and downtown Chicago. These trains are part of the rail system to get around the city.
Is taking a train to Chicago a good option for work travel?
If you need to go to Chicago on business, traveling by train is a great option. The Amtrak to Chicago offers free Wi-Fi on board so you can comfortably get work done on your way in to the city. Furthermore, if you’re eligible and part of some specific memberships, Union Station has the Metropolitan or the Hiawatha Lounges at your disposal where you can find workstations.
Is it possible to store luggage at Union Station in Chicago?
If you’re taking a train to Chicago and wish to visit the city without the hassle of dealing with luggage, there is the option to leave your luggage at the train station. In the lounges you may pay for a day pass and then have access to the storage area. This is a way for you to arrive comfortably to the city and walk around without having to carry any suitcases with you.
Does a ticket to or from Chicago include a piece of checked baggage?
Depending on where you’re traveling to, you may or may not have a piece of luggage included with your ticket to Chicago. For the most part, the overnight trains to and from Chicago include one checked bag with your ticket. Nonetheless, when reserving your specific trip through KAYAK, it will let you know if there is luggage included in your train fare.
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