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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Centralia Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Centralia Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Centralia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Centralia. The journey takes about 4 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5639 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 £22
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Centralia, IL, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Chicago to Centralia?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Centralia start from £22. The average price for this train route is around £47. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Centralia?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Centralia is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 245 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Centralia route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Centralia?
The earliest train from Chicago to Centralia departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 20:05.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Centralia, IL, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £25To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Centralia, IL, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £25 to £141 for a train ticket from Chicago to Centralia, IL, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £30, which is on 2025-12-14.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Centralia, IL, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Chicago and Centralia, IL, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £47 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £22. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Centralia, IL, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to Centralia, IL, US in about 4h 29m – that's the fastest way to get there!
