How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Chicago start at $360. The average price for this train route is around $620. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Birmingham to Chicago?

The average train trip from Birmingham to Chicago takes 1d 15h and covers 934 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Chicago route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Chicago?

The earliest train from Birmingham to Chicago departs at 5:24pm. The latest train departs at 5:24pm.

Train Birmingham to Chicago from $337 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Chicago on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 15h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 15h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Chicago on January 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 15h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 15h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 16h	10:00am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $140, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

21h 10mAverage Duration

933 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$140 - $435	Average Duration21h 10m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$360 - $2,963	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 85kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,688 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5688 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $360

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham, US 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 Birmingham to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Chicago start at $360. The average price for this train route is around $620. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Birmingham to Chicago?
The average train trip from Birmingham to Chicago takes 1d 15h and covers 934 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Chicago route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Chicago?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Chicago departs at 5:24pm. The latest train departs at 5:24pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-28

$2,503

12-29

$784

Today

$337

12-31

$723

The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $337

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

You can expect to pay from $337 to $2,503 for a train ticket from Birmingham, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $723 which is on 2025-12-31.