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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Austin, TX | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Austin, TX | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Austin
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 299, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5788 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 PEN 425
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Austin, TX, US 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 Chicago to Austin?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Austin start from PEN 425. The average price for this train route is around PEN 546. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Austin?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Austin is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 978 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Austin route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Austin?
The earliest train from Chicago to Austin departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 14:10.
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 Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 21 Apr 2026 with a price of PEN 449To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Austin, TX, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 449 to PEN 2,788 for a train ticket from Chicago to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 449, which is on 2026-04-21.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Austin, TX, US?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Chicago and Austin, TX, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost PEN 546 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from PEN 425. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Austin, TX, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to Austin, TX, US in about 1d 5h – that's the fastest way to get there!
