How much is the train ticket from Chicago to West Palm Beach?

The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to West Palm Beach start from R 2 418. The average price for this train route is around R 5 250. 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 West Palm Beach?

The average train journey time from Chicago to West Palm Beach is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1823 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Chicago to West Palm Beach 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 Chicago to West Palm Beach?

The earliest train from Chicago to West Palm Beach departs at 18:40. And the latest train departs at 18:40.

Train Chicago to West Palm Beach from R 2 316 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Chicago to West Palm Beach on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 20h	16:31	West Palm Beach, FL	CheapestFastest
		18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	17:10	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to West Palm Beach on 1 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 20h	16:31	West Palm Beach, FL	CheapestFastest
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 20h	16:31	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	17:10	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	17:10	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to West Palm Beach on 2 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 20h	16:31	West Palm Beach, FL	CheapestFastest
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 20h	16:31	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	17:10	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	17:10	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags
17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 22h	17:10	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to West Palm Beach on 3 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 20h	16:31	West Palm Beach, FL	CheapestFastest
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 20h	16:31	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	17:10	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	17:10	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to West Palm Beach on 4 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 20h	16:31	West Palm Beach, FL	CheapestFastest
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 20h	16:31	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	17:10	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	17:10	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags
17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 22h	17:10	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to West Palm Beach on 5 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 20h	16:31	West Palm Beach, FL	CheapestFastest
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 20h	16:31	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	17:10	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	17:10	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to West Palm Beach on 6 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 20h	16:31	West Palm Beach, FL	CheapestFastest
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 20h	16:31	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	17:10	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags
18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	17:10	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags
17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 22h	17:10	West Palm Beach, FL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to West Palm Beach

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach West Palm Beach. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 687, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

1d 8hAverage duration

1807 kmDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 687 - R 7 177	Average duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 418 - R 12 275	Average duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 166kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 615 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5615 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 2 418

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to West Palm Beach 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 West Palm Beach?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to West Palm Beach start from R 2 418. The average price for this train route is around R 5 250. 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 West Palm Beach?
The average train journey time from Chicago to West Palm Beach is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1823 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to West Palm Beach 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 Chicago to West Palm Beach?
The earliest train from Chicago to West Palm Beach departs at 18:40. And the latest train departs at 18:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

28/11

R 24 258

29/11

R 9 349

Today

R 9 261

01/12

R 4 964

02/12

R 4 105

03/12

R 4 105

04/12

R 4 105

05/12

R 4 964

The cheapest trip from Chicago to West Palm Beach was searched and found on 02 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 105

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to West Palm Beach as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 4 105 to R 50 690 for a train ticket from Chicago to West Palm Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 105, which is on 2025-12-02.