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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 | Shelby Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Cheapest | ||||
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| Train | Shelby Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Shelby Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Get from Shelby to Chicago
The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just $186, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5665 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 $186
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Shelby, MT 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 Shelby to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Shelby to Chicago start from $186. The average price for this train route is around $312. 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 Shelby to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from Shelby to Chicago is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1256 miles (2025 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Shelby to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Shelby to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from Shelby to Chicago at 11:28am. And the latest train departs at 11:28am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Shelby, MT to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 26, 2025 with a price of $223To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Shelby, MT to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $223 to $1,399 for a train ticket from Shelby, MT to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $223 which is on 2025-12-26.
