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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 | Sanderson Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Sanderson Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Sanderson Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Sanderson Station | No tags | ||||
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Get from Chicago to Sanderson
The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just $256, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5750 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 $256
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Sanderson 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 Sanderson?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Sanderson start from $256. The average price for this train route is around $256. 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 Sanderson?
The average train ride duration from Chicago to Sanderson is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 1152 miles (1857 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 18h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Chicago to Sanderson 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 Sanderson?
The earliest train departs from Chicago to Sanderson 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.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Sanderson was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $231To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Sanderson, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $231 to $1,100 for a train ticket from Chicago to Sanderson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $231 which is on 2026-01-27.
