Trains tickets from Richmond (VA), US to Chicago

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from $172
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Next departures to Chicago

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Main Street Station
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Main Street Station
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Main Street Station
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Main Street Station
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Chicago.

Average Price$86 - $318Average Duration1d 1h
25kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$134 - $620Average Duration1d 2h
90kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day
1d 1hAverage Duration
$86Cheapest ticket
25kgCO₂ emissions

Train Richmond to Chicago: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$247
Average train trip duration1d 2h
Number of daily trains8
Earliest train departure4:52am
Distance612 miles (987 km)
Latest train departure12:43pm

Richmond 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
04/30
$178
05/01
$211
Today
$151
05/03
$178
05/04
$172
05/05
No data
05/06
No data
05/07
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond to Chicago was searched and found on May 2, 2025 with a price of $151

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

You can expect to pay from $151 to $1,333 for a train ticket from Richmond to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $172 which is on 2025-05-04.

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 Richmond 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.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Chicago, 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.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Richmond 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.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Richmond to Chicago.

Did you know?

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

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.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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Train from Chicago to Richmond

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