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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Union Terminal | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | 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 Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R$212, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 6385 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 R$339
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 R$339. The average price for this train route is around R$350. 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 01:41. 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 3 Aug 2026 with a price of R$395To 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 R$395 to R$1,883 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 R$589, which is on 2026-08-10.
