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Next departures for Chicago to Austin on September 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	7:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 11h	6:35pm	Austin, TX
Train	9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 8h	6:35pm	Austin, TX
Train	9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 9h	6:50pm	Austin, TX
Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 4h	6:50pm	Austin, TX
Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 4h	6:35pm	Austin, TX

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Austin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 340, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

56bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

974 milesDistance

39kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePLN 340 - PLN 1,284	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePLN 470 - PLN 3,515	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 143kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,477 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6477 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at PLN 470

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Austin, TX, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Chicago to Austin?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Austin start from PLN 470. The average price for this train route is around PLN 639. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Austin?
The average train ride duration from Chicago to Austin is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 978 miles (1577 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Chicago to Austin route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Chicago to Austin?
The earliest train departs from Chicago to Austin at 7:15am. And the latest train departs at 2:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/04

PLN 644

09/05

PLN 450

Today

PLN 686

09/07

PLN 777

09/08

PLN 644

09/09

PLN 545

09/10

PLN 552

09/11

PLN 800

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Sep 5, 2026 with a price of PLN 450

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

You can expect to pay from PLN 450 to PLN 2,383 for a train ticket from Chicago to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 545 which is on 2026-09-09.