Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | La Junta, CO | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | La Junta, CO | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | La Junta, CO | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | La Junta, CO | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | La Junta, CO |
Get from Chicago to La Junta
The journey takes about 18 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 931, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5848 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 R 1 931
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to La Junta, 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 La Junta?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to La Junta start from R 1 931. The average price for this train route is around R 2 860. 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 La Junta?
The average train ride duration from Chicago to La Junta is 18h 5m, covering a distance of 881 miles (1421 km). The quickest train can get you there in 18h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Chicago to La Junta 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 La Junta?
The earliest train departs from Chicago to La Junta at 7:40am. And the latest train departs at 1:30pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to La Junta, US was searched and found on Aug 5, 2026 with a price of R 1 846To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to La Junta, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 846 to R 12 886 for a train ticket from Chicago to La Junta, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 846 which is on 2026-08-05.
