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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 | Lawrence, KS | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Lawrence, KS | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Lawrence, KS | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Lawrence, KS | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Lawrence, KS | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Lawrence
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Lawrence. The journey takes about 13 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just COP 270,508, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5789 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 COP 270,508
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Lawrence, 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 Lawrence?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Lawrence start from COP 270,508. The average price for this train route is around COP 342,744. 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 Lawrence?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Lawrence is 13h 35m, covering a distance of 446 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Lawrence route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Lawrence?
The earliest train from Chicago to Lawrence departs at 07:40. And the latest train departs at 14:25.
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 Lawrence, US was searched and found on 24 Apr 2026 with a price of COP 257,067To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Lawrence, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from COP 257,067 to COP 2,328,290 for a train ticket from Chicago to Lawrence, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 257,067, which is on 2026-04-24.
