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

The cheapest train tickets from Fresno to Chicago start from £295. The average price for this train route is around £358. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Fresno to Chicago?

The average train journey time from Fresno to Chicago is 2d 22h, covering a distance of 1741 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Fresno 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 Fresno to Chicago?

The earliest train from Fresno to Chicago departs at 16:00. And the latest train departs at 16:16.

Train Fresno to Chicago from £172 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Fresno to Chicago on 13 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:29	Amtrak Station	2d 2h	14:42	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
10:29	Amtrak Station	2d 2h	14:42	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
16:00	Amtrak Station	2d 22h	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
16:00	Amtrak Station	2d 22h	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
10:29	Amtrak Station	2d 7h	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Fresno to Chicago on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:29	Amtrak Station	2d 21h	13:44	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
10:29	Amtrak Station	2d 7h	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
16:00	Amtrak Station	2d 22h	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
16:00	Amtrak Station	2d 22h	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
10:29	Amtrak Station	2d 7h	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Fresno to Chicago on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:29	Amtrak Station	2d 2h	14:42	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
10:29	Amtrak Station	2d 2h	14:42	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
16:00	Amtrak Station	2d 22h	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
16:00	Amtrak Station	2d 22h	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
10:29	Amtrak Station	2d 7h	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Fresno to Chicago on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:29	Amtrak Station	2d 7h	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
10:29	Amtrak Station	2d 2h	14:42	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
16:00	Amtrak Station	2d 22h	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
16:00	Amtrak Station	2d 22h	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
10:29	Amtrak Station	2d 7h	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 17:21 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Fresno 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 2 days, 3 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

2d 3hAverage duration

1740 milesDistance

70kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£160 - £539	Average duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£295 - £1,618	Average duration2d 22h	CO₂ emissions 255kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Fresno, US and Chicago?

Fresno, US

A
Amtrak Station
2660 Tulare St, Fresno, CA 93721, USA
Visit page

Chicago

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

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 £153

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fresno, US 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 Fresno to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Fresno to Chicago start from £295. The average price for this train route is around £358. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Fresno to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Fresno to Chicago is 2d 22h, covering a distance of 1741 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Fresno 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 Fresno to Chicago?
The earliest train from Fresno to Chicago departs at 16:00. And the latest train departs at 16:16.

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

£264

10/12

£366

Today

£262

12/12

No data

13/12

£229

14/12

£266

15/12

£266

16/12

£288

The cheapest trip from Fresno, US to Chicago was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £229

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

You can expect to pay from £229 to £2,461 for a train ticket from Fresno, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £229, which is on 2025-12-13.