Train from Lee's Summit to Chicago: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Lee's Summit to Chicago on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Lee's Summit, MO
Chicago (Union Station), ILCheapest
Amtrak
Lee's Summit, MO
Chicago (Union Station), ILFastest
Amtrak
Lee's Summit, MO
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags
Amtrak
Lee's Summit, MO
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags
Amtrak
Lee's Summit, MO
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags

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Get from Lee's Summit to Chicago

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 10 hours 44 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 059, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
10h 44mAverage duration
659 kmDistance
60kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lee's Summit 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Lee's Summit to Chicago?

    The cheapest train tickets from Lee's Summit to Chicago start from R 1 059. The average price for this train route is around R 1 381. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Lee's Summit to Chicago?

    The average train journey time from Lee's Summit to Chicago is 10h 44m, covering a distance of 659 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Lee's Summit to Chicago route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lee's Summit to Chicago?

    The earliest train from Lee's Summit to Chicago departs at 09:16. And the latest train departs at 09:16.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/12
R 1 850
11/12
R 1 747
Today
R 2 213
13/12
R 2 576
14/12
R 1 003
15/12
R 1 003
16/12
No data
17/12
R 1 003
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lee's Summit to Chicago was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 003

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 003 to R 7 054 for a train ticket from Lee's Summit to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 003, which is on 2025-12-14.

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