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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 | Tacoma Dome Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Tacoma Dome Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Tacoma Dome Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Tacoma Dome Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Tacoma Dome Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Tacoma to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 3 days, 11 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $225, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5755 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 $229
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tacoma 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 Tacoma to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Tacoma to Chicago start from $229. The average price for this train route is around $336. 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 Tacoma to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from Tacoma to Chicago is 2d 4h, covering a distance of 1734 miles (2796 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Tacoma to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Tacoma to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from Tacoma to Chicago at 9:18am. And the latest train departs at 1:13pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Tacoma to Chicago was searched and found on Feb 7, 2026 with a price of $253To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Tacoma to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $253 to $2,154 for a train ticket from Tacoma to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $253 which is on 2026-02-07.
