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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 | Gainesville Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Gainesville Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gainesville Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Gainesville to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 21 hours and with fares starting at just CLP 115,675, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5845 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 CLP 213,533
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gainesville, GA to Chicago 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 Gainesville to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Gainesville to Chicago start from CLP 213,533. The average price for this train route is around CLP 516,219. 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 Gainesville to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from Gainesville to Chicago is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 563 miles (908 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Gainesville to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Gainesville to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from Gainesville to Chicago at 12:24am. And the latest train departs at 12:24am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gainesville, GA to Chicago was searched and found on Jul 22, 2026 with a price of CLP 507,225To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gainesville, GA to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CLP 507,225 to CLP 1,546,603 for a train ticket from Gainesville, GA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 507,225 which is on 2026-07-24.
