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

The cheapest train tickets from Jacksonville to Chicago start from £98. The average price for this train route is around £209. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Jacksonville to Chicago?

The average train journey time from Jacksonville to Chicago is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 859 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Jacksonville to Chicago 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 Jacksonville to Chicago?

The earliest train from Jacksonville to Chicago departs at 17:11. And the latest train departs at 22:33.

Train Jacksonville to Chicago from £94 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Jacksonville to Chicago on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 16h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 16h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 18h	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Chicago on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 16h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 16h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 18h	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Chicago on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 16h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 16h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 18h	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Chicago on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 16h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 16h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 18h	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Chicago on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 16h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 16h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 18h	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Jacksonville 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, 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day

1d 2hAverage duration

863 milesDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£82 - £358	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£98 - £1,153	Average duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 126kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Jacksonville, FL and Chicago?

Jacksonville, FL

A
Jacksonville Amtrak Station
3570 Clifford Ln, Jacksonville, FL 32209, USA
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Chicago

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

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,625 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5625 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 £98

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Jacksonville to Chicago start from £98. The average price for this train route is around £209. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Jacksonville to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Jacksonville to Chicago is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 859 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Jacksonville to Chicago 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 Jacksonville to Chicago?
The earliest train from Jacksonville to Chicago departs at 17:11. And the latest train departs at 22:33.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/12

£167

04/12

£167

Today

£167

06/12

£167

07/12

£167

08/12

£167

09/12

£167

10/12

£94

The cheapest trip from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £94

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

You can expect to pay from £94 to £2,415 for a train ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £94, which is on 2025-12-10.