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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Alliance Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Alliance Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Get from Alliance to Chicago
The journey takes about 8 hours 6 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 880, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 R 880
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Alliance 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 Alliance to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Alliance to Chicago start from R 880. The average price for this train route is around R 2 151. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Alliance to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Alliance to Chicago is 8h 6m, covering a distance of 557 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 6m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Alliance 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 Alliance to Chicago?
The earliest train from Alliance to Chicago departs at 01:39. And the latest train departs at 01:39.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Alliance to Chicago was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 383To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Alliance to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 383 to R 6 085 for a train ticket from Alliance to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 383, which is on 2025-12-14.
