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

The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Meridian start from £228. The average price for this train route is around £317. 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 Meridian?

The average train journey time from Chicago to Meridian is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 659 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Chicago to Meridian 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 Chicago to Meridian?

The earliest train from Chicago to Meridian departs at 17:55. And the latest train departs at 18:40.

Train Chicago to Meridian from £181 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Chicago to Meridian on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 22h	16:13	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	16:13	Union Station	Fastest
Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 22h	16:13	Union Station	No tags
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	16:13	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Meridian on 5 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	16:13	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	16:13	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Meridian on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	16:13	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 22h	16:13	Union Station	No tags
Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 22h	16:13	Union Station	No tags
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	16:13	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Meridian on 7 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	16:13	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	16:13	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Meridian on 8 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	16:13	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	16:13	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Meridian on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 22h	16:13	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	16:13	Union Station	Fastest
Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 22h	16:13	Union Station	No tags
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	16:13	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Meridian on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	16:13	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	16:13	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Meridian

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Meridian. The journey takes about 1 day, 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d Average duration

659 milesDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£99 - £331	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£228 - £1,050	Average duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e

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

Chicago

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

Meridian

A
Union Station
1901 Front St, Meridian, MS 39301, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,623 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £228

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Meridian 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 Meridian?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Meridian start from £228. The average price for this train route is around £317. 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 Meridian?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Meridian is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 659 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Meridian 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 Chicago to Meridian?
The earliest train from Chicago to Meridian departs at 17:55. And the latest train departs at 18:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

02/12

£316

03/12

£255

Today

£256

05/12

£316

06/12

£277

07/12

£339

08/12

£306

09/12

£219

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Meridian was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £219

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

You can expect to pay from £219 to £1,102 for a train ticket from Chicago to Meridian based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £219, which is on 2025-12-09.