How much does a train ticket cost from Fargo to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Fargo to Chicago start from £55. The average price for this train route is around £102. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Fargo to Chicago?

The average train journey time from Fargo to Chicago is 13h 16m, covering a distance of 567 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 12h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Fargo to Chicago 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 Fargo to Chicago?

The earliest train from Fargo to Chicago departs at 03:29. And the latest train departs at 04:29.

Train Fargo to Chicago from £53 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Fargo to Chicago on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	13h 16m	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	13h 16m	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Fargo to Chicago on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	13h 16m	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	13h 16m	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	15h 52m	19:21	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	15h 52m	19:21	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Fargo to Chicago on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	13h 16m	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	13h 16m	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	15h 52m	19:21	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	15h 52m	19:21	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Fargo to Chicago on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	13h 16m	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	13h 16m	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	15h 52m	19:21	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	15h 52m	19:21	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Fargo to Chicago on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	13h 16m	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	13h 16m	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	15h 52m	19:21	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	15h 52m	19:21	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Fargo to Chicago on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	13h 16m	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	13h 16m	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	15h 52m	19:21	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:29	Fargo, ND	15h 52m	19:21	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Fargo to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 13 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just £55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

13h 16mAverage duration

567 milesDistance

83kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£141 - £163	Average duration19h 10m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£55 - £298	Average duration13h 16m	CO₂ emissions 83kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5636 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 £55

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fargo to Chicago 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 Fargo to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Fargo to Chicago start from £55. The average price for this train route is around £102. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Fargo to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Fargo to Chicago is 13h 16m, covering a distance of 567 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 12h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Fargo to Chicago 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 Fargo to Chicago?
The earliest train from Fargo to Chicago departs at 03:29. And the latest train departs at 04:29.

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

£121

10/12

£121

Today

£183

12/12

£228

13/12

£121

14/12

£98

15/12

£121

16/12

£121

The cheapest trip from Fargo to Chicago was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £98

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

You can expect to pay from £98 to £316 for a train ticket from Fargo to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £98, which is on 2025-12-14.

What's the cheapest way to go from Fargo to Chicago?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time19h 10m	Avg price£141	Daily departures3
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time13h 16m	Avg price£102	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Fargo and Chicago is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £102 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £55. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the train, as it will take you from Fargo to Chicago in about 13h 16m – that's the fastest way to get there!