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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 | Chicago (Union Station), IL | La Plata, MO | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | La Plata, MO | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | La Plata, MO | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | La Plata, MO | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to La Plata
The journey takes about 4 hours 52 minutes and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5644 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 $51
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to La Plata, 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 Plata?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to La Plata start from $51. The average price for this train route is around $85. 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 Plata?
The average train ride duration from Chicago to La Plata is 4h 52m, covering a distance of 283 miles (457 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Chicago to La Plata 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 Plata?
The earliest train departs from Chicago to La Plata at 7:40am. And the latest train departs at 2:25pm.
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 Plata, US was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $52To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to La Plata, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $52 to $470 for a train ticket from Chicago to La Plata, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-12-15.
