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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 | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Tri-Rail Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Tri-Rail Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Tri-Rail Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Tri-Rail Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Fort Lauderdale. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5632 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 $139
Amtrak Chicago Fort Lauderdale recent customer reviews
Everything was fine except for that the whole train car was freezing.
Hayley H.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale 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 Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale start from $139. The average price for this train route is around $297. 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 Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?
The average train ride duration from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1167 miles (1881 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Chicago to Fort Lauderdale route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?
The earliest train departs from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale at 6:40pm. And the latest train departs at 6:40pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $161To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $161 to $2,273 for a train ticket from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $161 which is on 2025-12-11.
