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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Pacific Central Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Pacific Central Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Vancouver to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 23 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £174, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Vancouver, CA and Chicago?
Chicago
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Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Train Companies
Based on 5642 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 £132
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vancouver, CA 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 Vancouver to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Vancouver to Chicago start from £132. The average price for this train route is around £493. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Vancouver to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Vancouver to Chicago is 2d 7h, covering a distance of 1768 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Vancouver 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 Vancouver to Chicago?
The earliest train from Vancouver to Chicago departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 07:15.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Vancouver, CA to Chicago was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £258To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Vancouver, CA to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £258 to £682 for a train ticket from Vancouver, CA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £483, which is on 2025-12-14.
