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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Whitefish Depot | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Whitefish Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Whitefish Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Whitefish Depot | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to Whitefish
The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just $128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5638 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 $128
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Whitefish 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 Whitefish?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Whitefish start from $128. The average price for this train route is around $288. 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 Whitefish?
The average train ride duration from Chicago to Whitefish is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1366 miles (2203 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Chicago to Whitefish route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Chicago to Whitefish?
The earliest train departs from Chicago to Whitefish at 11:05am. And the latest train departs at 3:05pm.
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 Whitefish was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $277To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Whitefish, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $277 to $868 for a train ticket from Chicago to Whitefish based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $277 which is on 2025-12-12.
