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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Kirkwood, MO | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Chicago (Union Station), IL | Kirkwood, MO | No tags | |||||
| Chicago (Union Station), IL | Kirkwood, MO | No tags | |||||
| Chicago (Union Station), IL | Kirkwood, MO | No tags | |||||
| Chicago (Union Station), IL | Kirkwood, MO | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to Kirkwood
The journey takes about 8 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 649, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5639 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 649
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Kirkwood 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 Chicago to Kirkwood?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Kirkwood start from R 649. The average price for this train route is around R 1 097. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Kirkwood?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Kirkwood is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 436 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Kirkwood 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 Chicago to Kirkwood?
The earliest train from Chicago to Kirkwood departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 09:50.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Kirkwood was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 607To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Kirkwood as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 607 to R 5 162 for a train ticket from Chicago to Kirkwood based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 607, which is on 2025-12-13.
