How much does a train ticket cost from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Chicago start from A$76. The average price for this train route is around A$191. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Chicago is 9h 46m, covering a distance of 660 km. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 46m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Chicago?

The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Chicago departs at 23:59. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Train Pittsburgh to Chicago from A$88 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Chicago on 10 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	23:59	Union Station	9h 46m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	23:59	Union Station	9h 46m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Chicago on 11 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	23:59	Union Station	9h 46m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Chicago on 12 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	23:59	Union Station	9h 46m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	23:59	Union Station	9h 46m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Chicago on 13 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	23:59	Union Station	9h 46m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	23:59	Union Station	9h 46m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Chicago on 14 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	23:59	Union Station	9h 46m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	23:59	Union Station	9h 46m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Chicago on 15 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	23:59	Union Station	9h 46m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	23:59	Union Station	9h 46m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Chicago on 16 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	23:59	Union Station	9h 46m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	23:59	Union Station	9h 46m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Chicago on 17 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	23:59	Union Station	9h 46m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	23:59	Union Station	9h 46m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 03:37 EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Pittsburgh 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 13 hours and with fares starting at just A$84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

13hAverage duration

659 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceA$84 - A$332	Average duration13h	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceA$76 - A$279	Average duration9h 46m	CO₂ emissions 60kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,821 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5821 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 A$76

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Chicago start from A$76. The average price for this train route is around A$191. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Chicago is 9h 46m, covering a distance of 660 km. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 46m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Chicago?
The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Chicago departs at 23:59. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

08/06

A$268

09/06

A$268

Today

A$268

11/06

A$268

12/06

A$268

13/06

A$268

14/06

A$268

15/06

A$268

The cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Chicago was searched and found on 8 Jun 2026 with a price of A$268

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

You can expect to pay from A$268 to A$1,273 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at A$268, which is on 2026-06-11.