How much is the train ticket from Chicago to Greenville?

The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Greenville start from R 2 878. The average price for this train route is around R 4 164. 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 Greenville?

The average train journey time from Chicago to Greenville is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 904 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Chicago to Greenville 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 Chicago to Greenville?

The earliest train from Chicago to Greenville departs at 17:55. And the latest train departs at 18:40.

Train Chicago to Greenville from R 2 762 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Chicago to Greenville on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 10h	05:24	Greenville Station	Cheapest
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 9h	05:24	Greenville Station	Fastest
Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 10h	05:24	Greenville Station	No tags
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 9h	05:24	Greenville Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Greenville on 28 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 9h	05:24	Greenville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 9h	05:24	Greenville Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Greenville on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 10h	05:24	Greenville Station	Cheapest
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 9h	05:24	Greenville Station	Fastest
Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 10h	05:24	Greenville Station	No tags
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 9h	05:24	Greenville Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Greenville on 30 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 9h	05:24	Greenville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 9h	05:24	Greenville Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Greenville on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 10h	05:24	Greenville Station	Cheapest
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 9h	05:24	Greenville Station	Fastest
Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 10h	05:24	Greenville Station	No tags
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 9h	05:24	Greenville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 9:45 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Greenville

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Greenville. The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 416, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

21h 10mAverage duration

896 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 416 - R 5 281	Average duration21h 10m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 878 - R 31 172	Average duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 82kg CO₂e

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 2 878

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Greenville, SC 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 Greenville?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Greenville start from R 2 878. The average price for this train route is around R 4 164. 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 Greenville?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Greenville is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 904 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Greenville 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 Chicago to Greenville?
The earliest train from Chicago to Greenville departs at 17:55. And the latest train departs at 18:40.

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 3 775

25/01

R 3 661

Today

R 3 661

27/01

R 3 465

28/01

R 4 053

29/01

R 3 089

30/01

R 4 396

31/01

R 3 399

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Greenville, SC was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 089

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 089 to R 15 997 for a train ticket from Chicago to Greenville, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 089, which is on 2026-01-29.