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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Poplar Bluff, MO | Cheapest | ||||
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| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Poplar Bluff, MO | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Poplar Bluff, MO | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to Poplar Bluff
The journey takes about 14 hours 7 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 805, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5759 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 805
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Poplar Bluff 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 Poplar Bluff?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Poplar Bluff start from R 805. The average price for this train route is around R 1 300. 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 Poplar Bluff?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Poplar Bluff is 14h 7m, covering a distance of 618 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Poplar Bluff route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Poplar Bluff?
The earliest train from Chicago to Poplar Bluff departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 14:10.
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 Poplar Bluff was searched and found on 19 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 039To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Poplar Bluff as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 039 to R 4 452 for a train ticket from Chicago to Poplar Bluff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 039, which is on 2026-02-19.
