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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 | Creston, IA | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Creston, IA | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Creston, IA | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Creston, IA | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Creston, IA | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
Get from Creston to Chicago
The journey takes about 7 hours 38 minutes and with fares starting at just $53, 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 $53
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Creston, IA, US to Chicago 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 Creston to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Creston to Chicago start from $53. The average price for this train route is around $109. 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 Creston to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from Creston to Chicago is 7h 38m, covering a distance of 352 miles (568 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Creston to Chicago 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 Creston to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from Creston to Chicago at 7:01am. And the latest train departs at 7:01am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Creston, IA, US to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $84To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Creston, IA, US to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $84 to $296 for a train ticket from Creston, IA, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $170 which is on 2025-12-12.
