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

The cheapest train tickets from Cincinnati to Chicago start from £50. The average price for this train route is around £50. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cincinnati to Chicago?

The average train journey time from Cincinnati to Chicago is 9h 19m, covering a distance of 251 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 19m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Cincinnati to Chicago route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Cincinnati to Chicago departs at 01:41. And the latest train departs at 01:41.

Train Cincinnati to Chicago from £47 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Cincinnati to Chicago on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	01:41	Union Terminal	9h 19m	10:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	01:41	Union Terminal	9h 19m	10:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Cincinnati to Chicago on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	01:41	Union Terminal	9h 19m	10:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	01:41	Union Terminal	9h 19m	10:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Cincinnati to Chicago on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	01:41	Union Terminal	9h 19m	10:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	01:41	Union Terminal	9h 19m	10:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 9 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just £50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 19mAverage duration

251 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£27 - £249	Average duration10h 45m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£50 - £102	Average duration9h 19m	CO₂ emissions 37kg 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 £50

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cincinnati to Chicago 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 Cincinnati to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Cincinnati to Chicago start from £50. The average price for this train route is around £50. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cincinnati to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Cincinnati to Chicago is 9h 19m, covering a distance of 251 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Cincinnati to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cincinnati to Chicago?
The earliest train from Cincinnati to Chicago departs at 01:41. And the latest train departs at 01:41.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£82

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£98

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£82

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The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Chicago was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £82

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

You can expect to pay from £82 to £214 for a train ticket from Cincinnati to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £82, which is on 2025-12-15.