How much is the train ticket from St. Joseph to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Joseph to Chicago start from $20. The average price for this train route is around $29. 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 St. Joseph to Chicago?

The average train ride duration from St. Joseph to Chicago is 1h 58m, covering a distance of 62 miles (99 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 58m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Joseph 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 St. Joseph to Chicago?

The earliest train departs from St. Joseph to Chicago at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 8:10am.

Train St. Joseph to Chicago from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Joseph to Chicago on May 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:10am	St. Joseph Station	1h 58m	9:08am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:10am	St. Joseph Station	1h 58m	9:08am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Joseph to Chicago on May 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:10am	St. Joseph Station	1h 58m	9:08am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:10am	St. Joseph Station	1h 58m	9:08am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Joseph to Chicago on May 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:10am	St. Joseph Station	1h 58m	9:08am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:10am	St. Joseph Station	1h 58m	9:08am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Joseph to Chicago on June 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:10am	St. Joseph Station	1h 58m	9:08am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:10am	St. Joseph Station	1h 58m	9:08am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Joseph to Chicago on June 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:10am	St. Joseph Station	1h 58m	9:08am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:10am	St. Joseph Station	1h 58m	9:08am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Joseph to Chicago on June 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:10am	St. Joseph Station	1h 58m	9:08am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:10am	St. Joseph Station	1h 58m	9:08am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Joseph to Chicago on June 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:10am	St. Joseph Station	1h 58m	9:08am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:10am	St. Joseph Station	1h 58m	9:08am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:57 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Joseph to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 hour 58 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1h 58mAverage Duration

62 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $15	Average Duration1h 58m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $46	Average Duration1h 58m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,809 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5809 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 $20

Amtrak St. Joseph Chicago recent customer reviews

Easy, friendly, clean, efficient and on time!

Vicki N.

January 24, 2024

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Joseph 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 St. Joseph to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Joseph to Chicago start from $20. The average price for this train route is around $29. 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 St. Joseph to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from St. Joseph to Chicago is 1h 58m, covering a distance of 62 miles (99 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 58m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Joseph 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 St. Joseph to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from St. Joseph to Chicago at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 8:10am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

05/26

$38

05/27

$29

Today

$33

05/29

$26

05/30

$29

05/31

$26

06/01

$26

06/02

$26

The cheapest trip from St. Joseph to Chicago was searched and found on May 29, 2026 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $56 for a train ticket from St. Joseph to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2026-05-29.