How much is the train ticket from Royal Oak to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Royal Oak to Chicago start from $46. The average price for this train route is around $77. 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 Royal Oak to Chicago?

The average train ride duration from Royal Oak to Chicago is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 234 miles (377 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 29m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Royal Oak to Chicago route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Royal Oak to Chicago at 6:03am. And the latest train departs at 5:48pm.

Train Royal Oak to Chicago from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Royal Oak to Chicago on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:48pm	Royal Oak, MI	5h 52m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	6:03am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 29m	10:32am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest

Next departures for Royal Oak to Chicago on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:48pm	Royal Oak, MI	5h 52m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:48pm	Royal Oak, MI	5h 52m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Royal Oak to Chicago on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:03am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 29m	10:32am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	6:03am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 29m	10:32am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	9:12am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 50m	2:02pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	9:12am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 50m	2:02pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	5:48pm	Royal Oak, MI	5h 52m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Royal Oak to Chicago on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:48pm	Royal Oak, MI	5h 52m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	6:03am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 29m	10:32am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	6:03am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 29m	10:32am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	9:12am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 50m	2:02pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	5:48pm	Royal Oak, MI	5h 52m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Royal Oak to Chicago on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:48pm	Royal Oak, MI	5h 52m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	6:03am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 29m	10:32am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	6:03am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 29m	10:32am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	9:12am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 50m	2:02pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	9:12am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 50m	2:02pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Royal Oak to Chicago on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:03am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 29m	10:32am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	6:03am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 29m	10:32am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	9:12am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 50m	2:02pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	9:12am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 50m	2:02pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	5:48pm	Royal Oak, MI	5h 52m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Royal Oak to Chicago on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:03am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 29m	10:32am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	6:03am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 29m	10:32am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	9:12am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 50m	2:02pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	9:12am	Royal Oak, MI	5h 50m	2:02pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	5:48pm	Royal Oak, MI	5h 52m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Royal Oak to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

5h 50mAverage Duration

234 milesDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$137 - $137	Average Duration5h 29m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$46 - $137	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5637 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 $46

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Royal Oak 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 Royal Oak to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Royal Oak to Chicago start from $46. The average price for this train route is around $77. 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 Royal Oak to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from Royal Oak to Chicago is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 234 miles (377 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 29m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Royal Oak to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Royal Oak to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from Royal Oak to Chicago at 6:03am. And the latest train departs at 5:48pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$48

12/10

$52

Today

$73

12/12

$73

12/13

$52

12/14

$73

12/15

$61

12/16

$52

The cheapest trip from Royal Oak to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $48

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

You can expect to pay from $48 to $165 for a train ticket from Royal Oak to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-12-13.

What's the cheapest way to go from Royal Oak to Chicago?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time5h 29m	Avg Price$137	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 50m	Avg Price$77	Daily Departures3

The best way to travel between Royal Oak and Chicago is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $77 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $46. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the train, as it will take you from Royal Oak to Chicago in about 5h 29m - that's the fastest way to get there!