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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 | Birmingham Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Birmingham Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Birmingham Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Birmingham Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 17 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5639 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 £176
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Birmingham, 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 Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Birmingham start from £214. The average price for this train route is around £344. 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 Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Birmingham is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 579 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 17h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Birmingham 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 Chicago to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Chicago to Birmingham departs at 17:55. And the latest train departs at 18:40.
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 Birmingham, US was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £230To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Birmingham, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £230 to £1,504 for a train ticket from Chicago to Birmingham, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £231, which is on 2025-12-17.
