Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Chicago to Centralia on 3 September
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 28m	12:43	Centralia Station
Train	08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	16h 8m	00:23	Centralia Station
Train	16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	8h 18m	00:23	Centralia Station
Train	16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 29m	20:34	Centralia Station
Train	20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 18m	00:23	Centralia Station

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Centralia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Centralia. The journey takes about 4 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 270, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 29mAverage duration

245 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceMAD 270 - MAD 270	Average duration4h 29m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceMAD 270 - MAD 2,285	Average duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,476 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 6476 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 MAD 270

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Centralia, IL, 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 Centralia?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Centralia start from MAD 270. The average price for this train route is around MAD 479. 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 Centralia?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Centralia is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 245 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 28m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Centralia route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Centralia?
The earliest train from Chicago to Centralia departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 20:05.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/09

MAD 279

02/09

No data

Today

MAD 250

04/09

MAD 346

05/09

MAD 346

06/09

MAD 375

07/09

MAD 346

08/09

No data

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Centralia, IL, US was searched and found on 3 Sept 2026 with a price of MAD 250

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

You can expect to pay from MAD 250 to MAD 1,592 for a train ticket from Chicago to Centralia, IL, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 346, which is on 2026-09-04.