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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Boston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 2 973, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Chicago and Boston, MA, US?
Chicago
- A
Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Boston, MA, US
- A145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
- B100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
- C700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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 about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at TRY 3 863
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Boston, MA, US 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 Chicago to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Boston start from TRY 3 863. The average price for this train route is around TRY 9 906. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Boston?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Boston is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1361 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21h 54m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Boston route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Boston?
The earliest train from Chicago to Boston departs at 18:40. And the latest train departs at 21:30.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 14 Apr 2026 with a price of TRY 10 989To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Boston, MA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from TRY 10 989 to TRY 90 618 for a train ticket from Chicago to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 10 989, which is on 2026-04-21.
