How much is the train ticket from Albany to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Chicago start from R 1 177. The average price for this train route is around R 1 398. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Albany to Chicago?

The average train journey time from Albany to Chicago is 16h 7m, covering a distance of 1146 km. The quickest train can get you there in 16h 7m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Albany 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 Albany to Chicago?

The earliest train from Albany to Chicago departs at 19:05. And the latest train departs at 19:05.

Train Albany to Chicago from R 1 118 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 26 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 27 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 28 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 29 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 30 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 1 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:12 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Chicago

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 16 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 177, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

16h 7mAverage duration

1146 kmDistance

104kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 457 - R 7 101	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 177 - R 4 306	Average duration16h 7m	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Albany, NY and Chicago?

Albany, NY

A
Albany Airport

Chicago

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

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5750 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 R 1 177

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Chicago by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Albany to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Chicago start from R 1 177. The average price for this train route is around R 1 398. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Albany to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Albany to Chicago is 16h 7m, covering a distance of 1146 km. The quickest train can get you there in 16h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Albany 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 Albany to Chicago?
The earliest train from Albany to Chicago departs at 19:05. And the latest train departs at 19:05.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/01

R 2 367

25/01

R 3 418

Today

R 14 674

27/01

R 3 418

28/01

R 4 141

29/01

R 3 418

30/01

R 2 367

31/01

R 1 972

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Chicago was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 972

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 972 to R 31 895 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 972, which is on 2026-01-31.

What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to Chicago?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 4h	Avg priceR 1 901	Daily departures17
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time16h 7m	Avg priceR 1 398	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Albany, NY and Chicago is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 1 398 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 177. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the train, as it will take you from Albany, NY to Chicago in about 16h 7m – that's the fastest way to get there!