Next train departures

Next departures from Mattoon to Chicago on 22 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:19	Mattoon	3h 26m	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:19	Mattoon	3h 26m	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Mattoon to Chicago on 23 September
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:19	Mattoon	3h 26m	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	3h 37m	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	3h 37m	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:33	Mattoon	3h 27m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:19	Mattoon	3h 26m	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	9h 22m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	9h 22m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	18h 7m	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Mattoon to Chicago on 24 September
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	3h 37m	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:19	Mattoon	3h 26m	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	3h 37m	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:33	Mattoon	3h 27m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:33	Mattoon	3h 27m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	9h 22m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	9h 22m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	9h 22m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Mattoon to Chicago on 25 September
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:33	Mattoon	3h 27m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:19	Mattoon	3h 26m	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	3h 37m	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	3h 37m	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:19	Mattoon	3h 26m	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Mattoon to Chicago on 26 September
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:19	Mattoon	3h 26m	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	3h 37m	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	3h 37m	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:33	Mattoon	3h 27m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:19	Mattoon	3h 26m	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	9h 22m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	9h 22m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	18h 7m	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Mattoon to Chicago on 27 September
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	3h 37m	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:19	Mattoon	3h 26m	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	3h 37m	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:33	Mattoon	3h 27m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:19	Mattoon	3h 26m	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	9h 22m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	9h 22m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	18h 7m	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Mattoon to Chicago on 28 September
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:19	Mattoon	3h 26m	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	3h 37m	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	3h 37m	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:33	Mattoon	3h 27m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:33	Mattoon	3h 27m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:19	Mattoon	3h 26m	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	9h 22m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	9h 22m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Mattoon to Chicago on 29 September
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	3h 37m	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:19	Mattoon	3h 26m	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	3h 37m	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:33	Mattoon	3h 27m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:33	Mattoon	3h 27m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:19	Mattoon	3h 26m	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	9h 22m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	03:38	Mattoon	9h 22m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 22:13 CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Mattoon to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 3 hours 37 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

3h 37mAverage duration

274 kmDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceCHF 52 - CHF 52	Average duration3h 27m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceCHF 16 - CHF 52	Average duration3h 37m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,500 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 6500 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 16

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mattoon 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 Mattoon to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Mattoon to Chicago start from CHF 16. The average price for this train route is around CHF 27. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Mattoon to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Mattoon to Chicago is 3h 37m, covering a distance of 274 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 26m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Mattoon to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Mattoon to Chicago?
The earliest train from Mattoon to Chicago departs at 03:38. And the latest train departs at 18:19.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

20/09

CHF 25

21/09

CHF 30

Today

CHF 21

23/09

CHF 21

24/09

CHF 25

25/09

CHF 43

26/09

CHF 21

27/09

CHF 25

The cheapest trip from Mattoon to Chicago was searched and found on 22 Sept 2026 with a price of CHF 21

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

You can expect to pay from CHF 21 to CHF 159 for a train ticket from Mattoon to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 21, which is on 2026-09-23.

What's the cheapest way to go from Mattoon to Chicago?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time3h 27m	Avg priceCHF 52	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time3h 37m	Avg priceCHF 27	Daily departures4

The best way to travel between Mattoon and Chicago is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost CHF 27 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from CHF 16. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the train, as it will take you from Mattoon to Chicago in about 3h 27m – that's the fastest way to get there!