How much is the train ticket from Garden City to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Garden City to Chicago start at $152. The average price for this train route is around $243. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Garden City to Chicago?

The average train trip from Garden City to Chicago takes 21h 32m and covers 1208 km. The quickest train gets you there in 16h 14m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Garden City to Chicago 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 Garden City to Chicago?

The earliest train from Garden City to Chicago departs at 10:28pm. The latest train departs at 10:28pm.

Train Garden City to Chicago from $168 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Garden City to Chicago on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:28pm	Garden City, KS	23h 23m	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	10:28pm	Garden City, KS	16h 14m	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	10:28pm	Garden City, KS	16h 14m	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	10:28pm	Garden City, KS	21h 32m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	10:28pm	Garden City, KS	21h 32m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:50 PM CST.

Get from Garden City to Chicago

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 21 hours 32 minutes, and with fares starting at just $152, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

21h 32mAverage Duration

1208 kmDistance

110kgCO₂ emissions

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,611 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5611 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $152

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Garden City, KS 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 Garden City to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Garden City to Chicago start at $152. The average price for this train route is around $243. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Garden City to Chicago?
The average train trip from Garden City to Chicago takes 21h 32m and covers 1208 km. The quickest train gets you there in 16h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Garden City to Chicago 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 Garden City to Chicago?
The earliest train from Garden City to Chicago departs at 10:28pm. The latest train departs at 10:28pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-26

$249

11-27

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Today

$282

11-29

$286

11-30

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12-01

$168

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The cheapest trip from Garden City, KS to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $168

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Garden City, KS to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $168 to $1,059 for a train ticket from Garden City, KS to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $168 which is on 2025-12-01.