How much is the train ticket from Jacksonville to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Jacksonville to Chicago start from R 2 097. The average price for this train route is around R 4 395. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Jacksonville to Chicago?

The average train journey time from Jacksonville to Chicago is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 1386 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak .

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

The earliest train from Jacksonville to Chicago departs at 16:11. And the latest train departs at 22:33.

Train Jacksonville to Chicago from R 2 007 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Jacksonville to Chicago on 8 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Chicago on 9 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	16:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 17h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	16:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 17h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	16:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 19h	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Chicago on 10 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	16:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 17h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	16:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 17h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	16:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 19h	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Chicago on 11 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	16:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 17h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	16:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 17h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	16:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 19h	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Chicago on 12 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 17h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	16:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 17h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	16:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 19h	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Chicago on 14 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 11h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	16:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 17h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	16:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 17h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	16:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	1d 19h	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:44 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Jacksonville 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, 3 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 565, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

1d 3hAverage duration

1391 kmDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 565 - R 6 441	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 097 - R 12 344	Average duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 126kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Jacksonville, FL and Chicago?

Jacksonville, FL

A
Jacksonville Amtrak Station
3570 Clifford Ln, Jacksonville, FL 32209, USA
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Chicago

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

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 757 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5757 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 2 097

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Jacksonville to Chicago start from R 2 097. The average price for this train route is around R 4 395. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Jacksonville to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Jacksonville to Chicago is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 1386 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Jacksonville to Chicago 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 Jacksonville to Chicago?
The earliest train from Jacksonville to Chicago departs at 16:11. And the latest train departs at 22:33.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

06/02

R 4 293

07/02

R 4 293

Today

R 3 569

09/02

R 3 569

10/02

R 3 569

11/02

R 3 569

12/02

R 4 572

13/02

R 2 911

The cheapest trip from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago was searched and found on 13 Feb 2026 with a price of R 2 911

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 911 to R 45 522 for a train ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 911, which is on 2026-02-13.