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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 | Alpine Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Alpine Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Alpine Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Alpine Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Alpine Station | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to Alpine
The journey takes about 2 days, 41 minutes, and with fares starting at just $244, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5763 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 $244
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Alpine, TX 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 Alpine?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Alpine start at $244. The average price for this train route is around $292. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Chicago to Alpine?
The average train trip from Chicago to Alpine takes 2d and covers 1921 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Alpine route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Alpine?
The earliest train from Chicago to Alpine departs at 7:15am. 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 Alpine, TX was searched and found on Mar 3, 2026 with a price of $213To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Alpine, TX, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $213 to $1,566 for a train ticket from Chicago to Alpine, TX based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $213 which is on 2026-03-03.
