Train from Birmingham, US to Chicago: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Chicago on 3 May
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Birmingham Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Birmingham Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 14:48 CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Birmingham 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 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just COP 315,897, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
21h 10mAverage duration
925 kmDistance
23kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceCOP 315,897 - COP 1,124,746Average duration21h 10m
23kg CO₂e
Average priceCOP 849,329 - COP 5,480,585Average duration1d 15h
85kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham, 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Chicago?

    The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Chicago start from COP 849,329. The average price for this train route is around COP 1,517,521. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Chicago?

    The average train journey time from Birmingham to Chicago is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 934 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Chicago route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Chicago?

    The earliest train from Birmingham to Chicago departs at 17:24. And the latest train departs at 17:24.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
30/04
COP 1,309,743
01/05
COP 1,602,858
Today
COP 1,187,302
03/05
COP 1,929,366
04/05
COP 1,740,140
05/05
COP 1,740,140
06/05
COP 1,740,140
07/05
COP 1,094,544
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Chicago was searched and found on 7 May 2026 with a price of COP 1,094,544

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

You can expect to pay from COP 1,094,544 to COP 6,329,803 for a train ticket from Birmingham, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 1,094,544, which is on 2026-05-07.

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