How much is the train ticket from Salt Lake City to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Chicago start at $151. The average price for this train route is around $214. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Salt Lake City to Chicago?

The average train trip from Salt Lake City to Chicago takes 1d 10h and covers 2024 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Salt Lake City to Chicago route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salt Lake City to Chicago?

The earliest train from Salt Lake City to Chicago departs at 3:20am. The latest train departs at 3:20am.

Train Salt Lake City to Chicago from $144 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Chicago on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 17h	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 10h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 10h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 17h	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 17h	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Chicago on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 17h	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 10h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 17h	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 17h	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Chicago on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 10h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 10h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 17h	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 17h	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 17h	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Chicago on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 10h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 17h	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Chicago on February 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 10h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 10h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 17h	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 17h	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 17h	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Chicago on February 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 10h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 10h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 17h	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 17h	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 17h	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Chicago on February 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 10h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 10h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 17h	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 17h	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 17h	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:36 PM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Salt Lake City to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

2027 kmDistance

51kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$130 - $497	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$151 - $1,281	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 184kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salt Lake City and Chicago?

Salt Lake City

A
Central Station
300 S 600 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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Chicago

A
Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $151

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salt Lake City to Chicago by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Salt Lake City to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Chicago start at $151. The average price for this train route is around $214. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Salt Lake City to Chicago?
The average train trip from Salt Lake City to Chicago takes 1d 10h and covers 2024 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Salt Lake City to Chicago route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salt Lake City to Chicago?
The earliest train from Salt Lake City to Chicago departs at 3:20am. The latest train departs at 3:20am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-25

$304

01-26

$444

Today

$304

01-28

$304

01-29

$272

01-30

$384

01-31

$254

02-01

$767

The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Chicago was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $254

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Salt Lake City to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $254 to $893 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $254 which is on 2026-01-31.