How much does a train ticket cost from Chicago to St. Cloud?

The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to St. Cloud start from £45. The average price for this train route is around £100. 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 St. Cloud?

The average train journey time from Chicago to St. Cloud is 10h 4m, covering a distance of 412 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 4m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Chicago to St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud?

The earliest train from Chicago to St. Cloud departs at 11:10. And the latest train departs at 15:05.

Train Chicago to St. Cloud from £45 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Chicago to St. Cloud on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	10h 4m	01:09	St. Cloud Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	10h 4m	01:09	St. Cloud Station	No tags
Train	11:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	13h 59m	01:09	St. Cloud Station	No tags
Train	11:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	13h 59m	01:09	St. Cloud Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to St. Cloud on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	10h 4m	01:09	St. Cloud Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	10h 4m	01:09	St. Cloud Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 05:51 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to St. Cloud

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach St. Cloud. The journey takes about 10 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just £45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

10h 4mAverage duration

412 milesDistance

60kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£132 - £163	Average duration15h 45m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£45 - £366	Average duration10h 4m	CO₂ emissions 60kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5637 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 £45

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to St. Cloud start from £45. The average price for this train route is around £100. 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 St. Cloud?
The average train journey time from Chicago to St. Cloud is 10h 4m, covering a distance of 412 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 4m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud?
The earliest train from Chicago to St. Cloud departs at 11:10. And the latest train departs at 15:05.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

£82

10/12

£80

Today

£95

12/12

£95

13/12

£79

14/12

£52

15/12

£52

16/12

£45

The cheapest trip from Chicago to St. Cloud was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £45

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

You can expect to pay from £45 to £242 for a train ticket from Chicago to St. Cloud based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £45, which is on 2025-12-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to St. Cloud?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time15h 45m	Avg price£141	Daily departures3
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time10h 4m	Avg price£100	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Chicago and St. Cloud is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £100 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £45. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to St. Cloud, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to St. Cloud in about 10h 4m – that's the fastest way to get there!