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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Garden City, KS | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Garden City, KS | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Garden City, KS | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Garden City, KS | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Garden City, KS | No tags |
Get from Chicago to Garden City
The journey takes about 19 hours 53 minutes, and with fares starting at just $179, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5623 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 $179
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Garden City, KS 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 Chicago to Garden City?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Garden City start at $179. The average price for this train route is around $259. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Chicago to Garden City?
The average train trip from Chicago to Garden City takes 19h 53m and covers 1208 km. The quickest train gets you there in 15h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Garden City route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Garden City?
The earliest train from Chicago to Garden City departs at 7:15am. The latest train departs at 2:25pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Garden City, KS was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $171To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Garden City, KS, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $171 to $1,061 for a train ticket from Chicago to Garden City, KS based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $171 which is on 2025-12-06.
