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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 | Spartanburg Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Spartanburg Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Spartanburg to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 20 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 510, 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 3 582
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Spartanburg 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 Spartanburg to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Spartanburg to Chicago start from R 3 582. The average price for this train route is around R 5 926. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Spartanburg to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Spartanburg to Chicago is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 916 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Spartanburg 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 Spartanburg to Chicago?
The earliest train from Spartanburg to Chicago departs at 03:04. And the latest train departs at 03:04.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Spartanburg to Chicago was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 441To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Spartanburg to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 441 to R 19 812 for a train ticket from Spartanburg to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 441, which is on 2025-12-14.
