Next departures from Richmond to Chicago on 20 April
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Next departures from Richmond to Chicago on 21 April
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Next departures from Richmond to Chicago on 22 April
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Next departures from Richmond to Chicago on 24 April
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Next departures from Richmond to Chicago on 25 April
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Next departures from Richmond to Chicago on 26 April
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond 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, 1 hour and with fares starting at just COP 318 920, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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 COP 318 698
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US 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 Richmond to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Chicago start from COP 318 698. The average price for this train route is around COP 759 388. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Richmond to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Richmond to Chicago is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 988 km. The quickest train can get you there in 20h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Chicago?
The earliest train from Richmond to Chicago departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 12:52.
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COP 1 062 573
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COP 966 312
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COP 796 004
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The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Chicago was searched and found on 21 Apr 2026 with a price of COP 796 004
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from COP 796 004 to COP 9 714 951 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 796 004, which is on 2026-04-21.