Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | San Marcos Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Cheapest | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Marcos to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in San Marcos, TX, US and Chicago?
Chicago
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Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Train Companies
Based on 5624 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 £93
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Marcos, TX, US 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 San Marcos to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from San Marcos to Chicago start from £93. The average price for this train route is around £191. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Marcos to Chicago?
The average train journey time from San Marcos to Chicago is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1007 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Marcos 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 San Marcos to Chicago?
The earliest train from San Marcos to Chicago departs at 08:20. And the latest train departs at 08:22.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Marcos, TX, US to Chicago was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £126To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Marcos, TX, US to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £126 to £709 for a train ticket from San Marcos, TX, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £126, which is on 2025-12-08.
