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

The cheapest train tickets from Kalamazoo to Chicago start from £23. The average price for this train route is around £27. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Kalamazoo to Chicago?

The average train journey time from Kalamazoo to Chicago is 2h 19m, covering a distance of 110 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

The earliest train from Kalamazoo to Chicago departs at 09:16. And the latest train departs at 21:00.

Train Kalamazoo to Chicago from £21 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Kalamazoo 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	10:26	Kalamazoo Station	2h 19m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:28	Kalamazoo Station	2h 34m	14:02	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Kalamazoo to Chicago on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	21:00	Kalamazoo Station	2h 40m	22:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	21:00	Kalamazoo Station	2h 40m	22:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Kalamazoo to Chicago on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:16	Kalamazoo Station	2h 16m	10:32	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	09:16	Kalamazoo Station	2h 16m	10:32	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	10:26	Kalamazoo Station	2h 19m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	10:26	Kalamazoo Station	2h 19m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	12:28	Kalamazoo Station	2h 34m	14:02	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Kalamazoo to Chicago on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:00	Kalamazoo Station	2h 40m	22:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	09:16	Kalamazoo Station	2h 16m	10:32	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	09:16	Kalamazoo Station	2h 16m	10:32	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	10:26	Kalamazoo Station	2h 19m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	10:26	Kalamazoo Station	2h 19m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Kalamazoo to Chicago on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:00	Kalamazoo Station	2h 40m	22:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	09:16	Kalamazoo Station	2h 16m	10:32	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	09:16	Kalamazoo Station	2h 16m	10:32	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	10:26	Kalamazoo Station	2h 19m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	10:26	Kalamazoo Station	2h 19m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Kalamazoo to Chicago on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:26	Kalamazoo Station	2h 19m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	09:16	Kalamazoo Station	2h 16m	10:32	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	09:16	Kalamazoo Station	2h 16m	10:32	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	10:26	Kalamazoo Station	2h 19m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	12:28	Kalamazoo Station	2h 34m	14:02	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Kalamazoo to Chicago on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:26	Kalamazoo Station	2h 19m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	09:16	Kalamazoo Station	2h 16m	10:32	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	09:16	Kalamazoo Station	2h 16m	10:32	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	10:26	Kalamazoo Station	2h 19m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	12:28	Kalamazoo Station	2h 34m	14:02	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Kalamazoo 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 2 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

2h 19mAverage duration

110 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£16 - £85	Average duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£23 - £85	Average duration2h 19m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Kalamazoo and Chicago?

Kalamazoo

A
Kalamazoo Station
459 N Burdick St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
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Chicago

A
Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA

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 £23

Amtrak Kalamazoo Chicago recent customer reviews

Such a pleasant trip into Chicago…clean, comfortable and so much easier than driving in big city traffic and hunting for decent parking!

Katharine M.

8 December 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Kalamazoo to Chicago start from £23. The average price for this train route is around £27. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kalamazoo to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Kalamazoo to Chicago is 2h 19m, covering a distance of 110 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Kalamazoo to Chicago 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 Kalamazoo to Chicago?
The earliest train from Kalamazoo to Chicago departs at 09:16. And the latest train departs at 21:00.

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

£23

10/12

£25

Today

£43

12/12

£81

13/12

£43

14/12

£36

15/12

£25

16/12

£25

The cheapest trip from Kalamazoo to Chicago was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £23

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

You can expect to pay from £23 to £81 for a train ticket from Kalamazoo to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2025-12-15.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time5h 5m	Avg price£32	Daily departures7
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2h 19m	Avg price£27	Daily departures4

The best way to travel between Kalamazoo 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 £27 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £23. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the train, as it will take you from Kalamazoo to Chicago in about 2h 19m – that's the fastest way to get there!