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 about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 612
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Kirkwood to Chicago start from R 612. The average price for this train route is around R 714. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kirkwood to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Kirkwood to Chicago is 8h 56m, covering a distance of 436 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 13m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood to Chicago?
The earliest train from Kirkwood to Chicago departs at 13:47. And the latest train departs at 13:47.
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 834
25/01
R 834
Today
R 768
27/01
R 654
28/01
R 768
29/01
R 916
30/01
R 1 079
31/01
R 768
The cheapest trip from Kirkwood to Chicago was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 654
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Kirkwood to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 654 to R 5 213 for a train ticket from Kirkwood to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 654, which is on 2026-01-27.
The cheapest trip from Kirkwood to Chicago was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 654
