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| Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
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| Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
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| Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 16 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 508, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Albany, NY and Chicago?
Chicago
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Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Train Companies
Based on 6575 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 508
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Chicago by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Albany to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Chicago start from R 1 508. The average price for this train route is around R 2 226. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Albany to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Albany to Chicago is 16h 7m, covering a distance of 1146 km. The quickest train can get you there in 16h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Albany 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 Albany to Chicago?
The earliest train from Albany to Chicago departs at 19:05. And the latest train departs at 19:05.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Chicago was searched and found on 17 Oct 2026 with a price of R 3 077To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Albany, NY to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 077 to R 32 968 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 077, which is on 2026-10-18.
