Trains tickets from Boston (MA), US to Chicago

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: June 17 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: June 17 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: June 17 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Chicago.

Bus
Average Price$80 - $367Average Duration1d 6h
34kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$113 - $592Average Duration22h 22m
124kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Boston to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16.161290322580648bus per day
1d 6hAverage Duration
$80Cheapest ticket
34kgCO₂ emissions

Train Boston to Chicago: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$210
Average train trip duration22h 22m
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure6:25am
Distance847 miles (1365 km)
Latest train departure7:01pm

Boston to Chicago Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
06/13
$613
06/14
$329
Today
$453
06/16
$546
06/17
$485
06/18
$133
06/19
$189
06/20
$158
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston to Chicago was searched and found on Jun 18, 2025 with a price of $133

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

You can expect to pay from $133 to $1,698 for a train ticket from Boston to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $133 which is on 2025-06-18.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Boston to Chicago is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Chicago, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Boston and Chicago compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Boston to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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