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

The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Denver start from £68. The average price for this train route is around £99. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Chicago to Denver?

The average train journey time from Chicago to Denver is 23h 16m, covering a distance of 916 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 18h 56m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Chicago to Denver route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Chicago to Denver departs at 07:40. And the latest train departs at 14:00.

Train Chicago to Denver from £94 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Chicago to Denver on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	18h 56m	07:56	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	18h 56m	07:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	07:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	07:56	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Denver on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	18h 56m	07:56	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	18h 56m	07:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	07:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	07:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	07:56	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Denver on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	18h 56m	07:56	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	18h 56m	07:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	07:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	07:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	07:56	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Denver on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	18h 56m	07:56	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	18h 56m	07:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	07:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	07:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	07:56	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Denver on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	07:56	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	18h 56m	07:56	Union Station	Fastest
Train	14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	18h 56m	07:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	07:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	07:56	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Denver on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	18h 56m	07:56	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	18h 56m	07:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	07:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	07:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	07:56	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Denver on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	18h 56m	07:56	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	18h 56m	07:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 16m	07:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 16m	07:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 16m	07:56	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Denver

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Denver. The journey takes about 23 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just £68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

23h 16mAverage duration

916 milesDistance

134kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£49 - £439	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£68 - £259	Average duration23h 16m	CO₂ emissions 134kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Chicago and Denver?

Chicago

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

Denver

A
Union Station
1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5621 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 £68

Amtrak Chicago Denver recent customer reviews

I loved almost everything about it. The staff were fantastic.

Stephen P.

11 July 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Denver 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 Chicago to Denver?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Denver start from £68. The average price for this train route is around £99. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Denver?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Denver is 23h 16m, covering a distance of 916 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 18h 56m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Denver route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Denver?
The earliest train from Chicago to Denver departs at 07:40. And the latest train departs at 14:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

30/11

£252

01/12

£453

Today

£168

03/12

£140

04/12

£140

05/12

£140

06/12

£116

07/12

£138

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Denver was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £116

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

You can expect to pay from £116 to £587 for a train ticket from Chicago to Denver based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £116, which is on 2025-12-06.