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Compare 2 ways to travel from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just €84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5751 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 €120
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago start from €120. The average price for this train route is around €275. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago is 2d 2h, covering a distance of 1881 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
The earliest train from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago departs at 07:45. And the latest train departs at 11:43.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of €140To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €140 to €1,417 for a train ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €140, which is on 2026-01-31.