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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 | Shelby Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
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Get from Shelby to Chicago
The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 17 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 033, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 2 033
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Shelby, MT 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 Shelby to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Shelby to Chicago start from R 2 033. The average price for this train route is around R 4 586. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Shelby to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Shelby to Chicago is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 2025 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Shelby to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Shelby to Chicago?
The earliest train from Shelby to Chicago departs at 11:28. And the latest train departs at 11:28.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Shelby, MT to Chicago was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 909To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Shelby, MT to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 909 to R 16 308 for a train ticket from Shelby, MT to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 412, which is on 2026-01-27.
