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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 | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Union Depot | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Union Depot | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Union Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Union Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Union Depot | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to El Paso
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $107, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $144
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to El Paso, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Chicago to El Paso?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to El Paso start from $144. The average price for this train route is around $180. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to El Paso?
The average train ride duration from Chicago to El Paso is 2d 4h, covering a distance of 1249 miles (2014 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Chicago to El Paso route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Chicago to El Paso?
The earliest train departs from Chicago to El Paso at 7:15am. And the latest train departs at 2:10pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to El Paso, US was searched and found on Jan 25, 2026 with a price of $199To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to El Paso, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $199 to $1,161 for a train ticket from Chicago to El Paso, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $199 which is on 2026-01-30.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to El Paso, US?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Chicago and El Paso, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $180 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $144. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to El Paso, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to El Paso, US in about 1d 15h - that's the fastest way to get there!
