How much does a train ticket cost from Salt Lake City to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Chicago start from £84. The average price for this train route is around £147. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Salt Lake City to Chicago?

The average train journey time from Salt Lake City to Chicago is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1255 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Salt Lake City to Chicago route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salt Lake City to Chicago?

The earliest train from Salt Lake City to Chicago departs at 03:20. And the latest train departs at 03:20.

Train Salt Lake City to Chicago from £80 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Chicago on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 10h	14:39	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 10h	14:39	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Chicago on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 10h	14:39	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 10h	14:39	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Chicago on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 10h	14:39	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 10h	14:39	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Chicago on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 10h	14:39	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 10h	14:39	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Chicago on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 10h	14:39	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 10h	14:39	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Chicago on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 10h	14:39	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 10h	14:39	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Chicago on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 10h	14:39	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 10h	14:39	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	03:20	Central Station	1d 17h	21:51	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salt Lake City to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 9hAverage duration

1255 milesDistance

51kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£90 - £269	Average duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£84 - £322	Average duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 184kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salt Lake City and Chicago?

Salt Lake City

A
Central Station
300 S 600 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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Chicago

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

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5614 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 £84

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Chicago start from £84. The average price for this train route is around £147. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salt Lake City to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Salt Lake City to Chicago is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1255 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Salt Lake City to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salt Lake City to Chicago?
The earliest train from Salt Lake City to Chicago departs at 03:20. And the latest train departs at 03:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

27/11

£247

28/11

£247

Today

£1,030

30/11

£299

01/12

£203

02/12

£169

03/12

£169

04/12

£141

The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Chicago was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £141

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

You can expect to pay from £141 to £1,420 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £141, which is on 2025-12-04.