Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Independence, MO | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Independence, MO | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Independence, MO | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Independence, MO | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Independence, MO | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
Get from Independence to Chicago
The journey takes about 13 hours 44 minutes, and with fares starting at just COP 208,287, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5788 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 COP 208,287
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Independence, MO 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 Independence to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Independence to Chicago start from COP 208,287. The average price for this train route is around COP 312,077. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Independence to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Independence to Chicago is 13h 44m, covering a distance of 653 km. The fastest train gets you there in 11h 1m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Independence 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 Independence to Chicago?
The earliest train from Independence to Chicago departs at 08:59. And the latest train departs at 08:59.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Independence, MO to Chicago was searched and found on 23 Apr 2026 with a price of COP 230,315To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Independence, MO to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from COP 230,315 to COP 1,515,620 for a train ticket from Independence, MO to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 230,315, which is on 2026-04-23.
