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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Union Terminal | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
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| Union Terminal | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cincinnati to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 9 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 6486 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 CHF 57
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Cincinnati to Chicago start from CHF 57. The average price for this train route is around CHF 57. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cincinnati to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Cincinnati to Chicago is 9h 4m, covering a distance of 405 km. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 4m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Chicago?
The earliest train from Cincinnati to Chicago departs at 02:21. And the latest train departs at 02:21.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Chicago was searched and found on 17 Sept 2026 with a price of CHF 66To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cincinnati to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CHF 66 to CHF 304 for a train ticket from Cincinnati to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 66, which is on 2026-09-21.
