How much does a train ticket from Fayetteville to Chicago cost?

The average train ticket price from Fayetteville to Chicago is $330. The best way to find train tickets from Fayetteville to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Fayetteville to Chicago?

A train trip between Fayetteville and Chicago is around 1d 10h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 8h. This is the time it takes to travel the 667 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Fayetteville and Chicago?

The number of trains from Fayetteville to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Fayetteville to Chicago by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Fayetteville to Chicago?

When taking the train from Fayetteville to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Once in Chicago, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Museum of Contemporary Art, Willis Tower (Sears Tower), Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier, Navy Pier, Lincoln Park Zoo.

Train Fayetteville to Chicago from $179 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Fayetteville to Chicago on October 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:57am	Fayetteville Station	1d 8h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
12:57am	Fayetteville Station	1d 8h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
12:57am	Fayetteville Station	1d 10h	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
12:57am	Fayetteville Station	1d 10h	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Fayetteville to Chicago on October 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:57am	Fayetteville Station	1d 8h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
12:57am	Fayetteville Station	1d 8h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
12:57am	Fayetteville Station	1d 10h	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
12:57am	Fayetteville Station	1d 10h	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Fayetteville to Chicago.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$76 - $267	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$187 - $478	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 98kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Fayetteville to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

$76Cheapest ticket

27kgCO₂ emissions

Train Fayetteville, NC to Chicago: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$330

Average train trip duration1d 10h

Number of daily trains2

Earliest train departure12:57am

Distance666 miles (1074 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,505 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5505 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 $187

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Fayetteville 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

10/03

$348

10/04

$335

Today

$388

10/06

$295

10/07

$238

10/08

$218

10/09

$262

10/10

$264

The cheapest trip from Fayetteville, NC to Chicago was searched and found on Oct 8, 2025 with a price of $218

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

You can expect to pay from $218 to $2,478 for a train ticket from Fayetteville, NC to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $218 which is on 2025-10-08.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Fayetteville and Chicago is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Chicago.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Chicago you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Fayetteville and Chicago, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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