How much does a train ticket cost from Charlotte to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Chicago start from £129. The average price for this train route is around £165. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Chicago?

The average train journey time from Charlotte to Chicago is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 587 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Chicago route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Chicago?

The earliest train from Charlotte to Chicago departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 06:31.

Train Charlotte to Chicago from £124 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charlotte to Chicago on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 5h	10:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 5h	10:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Chicago on 29 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Charlotte to Chicago on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 5h	10:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 5h	10:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Chicago on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Chicago on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 5h	10:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 5h	10:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Chicago on 2 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 23 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day

23h 45mAverage duration

584 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£66 - £309	Average duration23h 45m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£129 - £1,187	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 86kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5750 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 £129

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Chicago by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Charlotte to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Chicago start from £129. The average price for this train route is around £165. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Charlotte to Chicago is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 587 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Chicago?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Chicago departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 06:31.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/01

£184

25/01

£164

Today

£179

27/01

£223

28/01

£197

29/01

£668

30/01

£180

31/01

£184

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Chicago was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of £164

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

You can expect to pay from £164 to £1,147 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £180, which is on 2026-01-30.