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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Central Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Central Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salt Lake City 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 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 009, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salt Lake City and Chicago?
Chicago
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Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
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 1 865
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Chicago start from R 1 865. The average price for this train route is around R 2 903. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salt Lake City to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Salt Lake City to Chicago is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 2024 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Chicago?
The earliest train from Salt Lake City to Chicago departs at 03:20. And the latest train departs at 04:20.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Chicago was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 542To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Salt Lake City to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 542 to R 16 463 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 770, which is on 2025-12-13.
What's the cheapest way to go from Salt Lake City to Chicago?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Salt Lake City 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 2 903 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 865. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the train, as it will take you from Salt Lake City to Chicago in about 1d 9h – that's the fastest way to get there!
