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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 | Thurmond, WV | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Thurmond, WV | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to Thurmond
The journey takes about 15 hours 1 minute, and with fares starting at just £47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5751 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 £47
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Thurmond 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 Thurmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Thurmond start from £47. The average price for this train route is around £59. 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 Thurmond?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Thurmond is 15h 1m, covering a distance of 440 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 15h 1m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Thurmond 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 Thurmond?
The earliest train from Chicago to Thurmond departs at 17:55. And the latest train departs at 17:55.
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 Thurmond was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of £56To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Thurmond as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £56 to £286 for a train ticket from Chicago to Thurmond based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £56, which is on 2026-01-29.
