How much does a train ticket cost from Chicago to Mattoon?

The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Mattoon start from £14. The average price for this train route is around £28. 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 Mattoon?

The average train journey time from Chicago to Mattoon is 3h 29m, covering a distance of 170 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 6m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Chicago to Mattoon route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Mattoon?

The earliest train from Chicago to Mattoon departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 20:05.

Train Chicago to Mattoon from £13 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Chicago to Mattoon on 12 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	11:33	Mattoon	Cheapest
16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	19:23	Mattoon	Fastest
20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 29m	23:34	Mattoon	No tags
20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 29m	23:34	Mattoon	No tags
08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	11:33	Mattoon	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Mattoon on 13 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 29m	23:34	Mattoon	Cheapest
16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	19:23	Mattoon	Fastest
16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	19:23	Mattoon	No tags
20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 29m	23:34	Mattoon	No tags
08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	11:33	Mattoon	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Mattoon on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 29m	23:34	Mattoon	Cheapest
16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	19:23	Mattoon	Fastest
20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 29m	23:34	Mattoon	No tags
08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	11:33	Mattoon	No tags
08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	11:33	Mattoon	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Mattoon on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 29m	23:34	Mattoon	Cheapest
16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	19:23	Mattoon	Fastest
16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	19:23	Mattoon	No tags
20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 29m	23:34	Mattoon	No tags
08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	11:33	Mattoon	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Mattoon on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	19:23	Mattoon	CheapestFastest
16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	19:23	Mattoon	No tags
20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 29m	23:34	Mattoon	No tags
20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 29m	23:34	Mattoon	No tags
08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	11:33	Mattoon	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Mattoon on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	11:33	Mattoon	Cheapest
16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	19:23	Mattoon	Fastest
16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	19:23	Mattoon	No tags
20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 29m	23:34	Mattoon	No tags
20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 29m	23:34	Mattoon	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Mattoon on 19 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 29m	23:34	Mattoon	Cheapest
16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	19:23	Mattoon	Fastest
16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	19:23	Mattoon	No tags
20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 29m	23:34	Mattoon	No tags
08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 18m	11:33	Mattoon	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 20:28 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Mattoon

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Mattoon. The journey takes about 3 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 18mAverage duration

170 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£14 - £47	Average duration3h 18m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£14 - £188	Average duration3h 29m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5638 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 £14

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Mattoon 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 Mattoon?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Mattoon start from £14. The average price for this train route is around £28. 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 Mattoon?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Mattoon is 3h 29m, covering a distance of 170 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 6m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Mattoon route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Mattoon?
The earliest train from Chicago to Mattoon 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.

Best price found

09/12

£19

10/12

£15

Today

£17

12/12

£23

13/12

£23

14/12

£27

15/12

£23

16/12

£19

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Mattoon was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £15

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

You can expect to pay from £15 to £150 for a train ticket from Chicago to Mattoon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2025-12-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Mattoon?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time3h 18m	Avg price£47	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time3h 29m	Avg price£28	Daily departures4

The best way to travel between Chicago and Mattoon is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £28 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £14. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Mattoon, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to Mattoon in about 3h 18m – that's the fastest way to get there!