How much is the train ticket from Salisbury to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Salisbury to Chicago start at $311. The average price for this train route is around $520. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Salisbury to Chicago?

The average train trip from Salisbury to Chicago takes 1d 3h and covers 929 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Salisbury 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 Salisbury to Chicago?

The earliest train from Salisbury to Chicago departs at 6:17am. The latest train departs at 6:17am.

Train Salisbury to Chicago from $1,468 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Salisbury to Chicago on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:17am	Salisbury, NC	1d 4h	10:00am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	6:17am	Salisbury, NC	1d 3h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:00 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Salisbury 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 1 day, 4 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $176, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

917 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$176 - $619	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$311 - $2,763	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 85kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,677 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5677 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 $311

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salisbury, NC, 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 Salisbury to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Salisbury to Chicago start at $311. The average price for this train route is around $520. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Salisbury to Chicago?
The average train trip from Salisbury to Chicago takes 1d 3h and covers 929 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Salisbury 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 Salisbury to Chicago?
The earliest train from Salisbury to Chicago departs at 6:17am. The latest train departs at 6:17am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-24

$364

12-25

$505

Today

$1,615

12-27

No data

12-28

$1,468

12-29

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12-30

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12-31

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The cheapest trip from Salisbury, NC, US to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $364

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

You can expect to pay from $364 to $2,123 for a train ticket from Salisbury, NC, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $1,468 which is on 2025-12-28.