How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Chicago start from $87. The average price for this train route is around $195. 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 Richmond to Chicago?

The average train ride duration from Richmond to Chicago is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 619 miles (998 km). The quickest train can get you there in 20h 53m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Richmond to Chicago route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to Chicago?

The earliest train departs from Richmond to Chicago at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 12:52pm.

Train Richmond to Chicago from $102 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Richmond to Chicago on December 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	20h 53m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
9:42am	Main Street Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
9:42am	Main Street Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
9:42am	Main Street Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	20h 53m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Chicago on December 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	20h 53m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
9:42am	Main Street Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
9:42am	Main Street Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
9:42am	Main Street Station	1d 1h	10:00am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	20h 53m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Chicago on December 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:27am	Staples Mill Road	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	20h 53m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
6:54am	Main Street Station	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
6:54am	Main Street Station	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
6:54am	Main Street Station	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Chicago on December 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:06am	Staples Mill Road	22h 39m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	20h 53m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
6:54am	Main Street Station	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
6:54am	Main Street Station	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
6:54am	Main Street Station	1d 4h	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Chicago on December 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:54am	Main Street Station	1d 4h	10:00am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	20h 53m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
6:54am	Main Street Station	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
6:54am	Main Street Station	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
6:54am	Main Street Station	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Chicago on December 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:27am	Staples Mill Road	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	20h 53m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
6:54am	Main Street Station	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
6:54am	Main Street Station	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
6:54am	Main Street Station	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Chicago on December 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:27am	Staples Mill Road	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	20h 53m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
6:54am	Main Street Station	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
6:54am	Main Street Station	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
6:54am	Main Street Station	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Chicago on December 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:19am	Staples Mill Road	23h 26m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	20h 53m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
9:42am	Main Street Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
9:42am	Main Street Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
9:42am	Main Street Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:33 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

43bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

610 milesDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$102 - $467	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$87 - $1,321	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 91kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Richmond, VA, US and Chicago?

Richmond, VA, US

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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Chicago

A
Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5641 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 $87

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US 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 Richmond to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Chicago start from $87. The average price for this train route is around $195. 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 Richmond to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from Richmond to Chicago is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 619 miles (998 km). The quickest train can get you there in 20h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Richmond to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from Richmond to Chicago at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 12:52pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/11

$259

12/12

$259

Today

$183

12/14

$183

12/15

$213

12/16

$213

12/17

$181

12/18

$242

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $181

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

You can expect to pay from $181 to $2,175 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $181 which is on 2025-12-17.