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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 | Williston Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
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Get from Williston to Chicago
The journey takes about 21 hours 24 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 704, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5637 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 704
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Williston 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 Williston to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Williston to Chicago start from R 1 704. The average price for this train route is around R 4 353. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Williston to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Williston to Chicago is 21h 24m, covering a distance of 1433 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21h 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Williston to Chicago 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 Williston to Chicago?
The earliest train from Williston to Chicago departs at 19:21. And the latest train departs at 19:21.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Williston to Chicago was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 753To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Williston to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 753 to R 8 336 for a train ticket from Williston to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 753, which is on 2025-12-12.
