How much does a train ticket cost from Albany to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Chicago start from £55. The average price for this train route is around £96. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Albany to Chicago?

The average train journey time from Albany to Chicago is 16h 7m, covering a distance of 711 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 16h 7m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Albany to Chicago route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Albany to Chicago departs at 19:05. And the latest train departs at 19:05.

Train Albany to Chicago from £52 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 4 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 5 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 6 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 7 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 8 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 9 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 10 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 11 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	19:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	16h 7m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany 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 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

1d 4hAverage duration

708 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£65 - £299	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£55 - £200	Average duration16h 7m	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Albany, NY and Chicago?

Albany, NY

A
Albany Airport
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Chicago

A
Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,701 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5701 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £55

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Chicago by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Albany to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Chicago start from £55. The average price for this train route is around £96. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Albany to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Albany to Chicago is 16h 7m, covering a distance of 711 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 16h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Albany to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Albany to Chicago?
The earliest train from Albany to Chicago departs at 19:05. And the latest train departs at 19:05.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

02/01

£192

03/01

£192

Today

£159

05/01

£192

06/01

£110

07/01

£159

08/01

£159

09/01

£110

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Chicago was searched and found on 6 Jan 2026 with a price of £110

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

You can expect to pay from £110 to £1,478 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £110, which is on 2026-01-06.

What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to Chicago?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 4h	Avg price£96	Daily departures18
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time16h 7m	Avg price£96	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Albany, NY and Chicago is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £96 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £55. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the train, as it will take you from Albany, NY to Chicago in about 16h 7m – that's the fastest way to get there!