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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 | Durham Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Durham Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Durham Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Durham Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Durham to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just COP 350,760, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5806 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 COP 665,495
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durham, NC, 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 Durham to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Chicago start at COP 665,495. The average price for this train route is around COP 1,294,230. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Durham to Chicago?
The average train trip from Durham to Chicago takes 1d 13h and covers 999 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Durham to Chicago route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Durham to Chicago?
The earliest train from Durham to Chicago departs at 7:58pm. The latest train departs at 8:03pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Chicago was searched and found on May 19, 2026 with a price of COP 1,350,413To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Durham, NC, US to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from COP 1,350,413 to COP 6,020,753 for a train ticket from Durham, NC, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 1,389,107 which is on 2026-05-22.
