How much is the train ticket from Boston to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Chicago start from R 1 373. The average price for this train route is around R 2 895. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Boston to Chicago?

The average train journey time from Boston to Chicago is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1361 km. The quickest train can get you there in 22h 15m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Boston to Chicago route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 10 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Chicago?

The earliest train from Boston to Chicago departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 19:01.

Train Boston to Chicago from R 1 308 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Boston to Chicago on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	22h 15m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 16h	10:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 16h	10:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 16h	10:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	22h 15m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Chicago on 28 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	22h 15m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 3h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:29	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	22h 15m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:20	Back Bay Station	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Chicago on 29 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	22h 15m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	22h 15m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 3h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:29	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 3h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Chicago on 30 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	22h 15m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 3h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:29	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 3h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:29	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Chicago on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	22h 15m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:30	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:30	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Chicago on 1 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	22h 15m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:30	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:30	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Chicago on 2 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	22h 15m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 3h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:29	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 3h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:29	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:45 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston 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 1 day, 9 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 294, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day

1d 9hAverage duration

1367 kmDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 294 - R 8 271	Average duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 373 - R 11 926	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 124kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and Chicago?

Boston, MA, US

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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Chicago

A
Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5750 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 1 373

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US 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 Boston to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Chicago start from R 1 373. The average price for this train route is around R 2 895. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Boston to Chicago is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1361 km. The quickest train can get you there in 22h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Chicago?
The earliest train from Boston to Chicago departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 19:01.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/01

R 2 566

25/01

R 3 971

Today

R 4 788

27/01

R 3 285

28/01

R 3 971

29/01

R 3 432

30/01

R 2 729

31/01

R 2 304

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Chicago was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 304

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 304 to R 32 174 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 304, which is on 2026-01-31.