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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to El Paso
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 157, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 6569 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 478
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to El Paso, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Chicago to El Paso?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to El Paso start from R 2 478. The average price for this train route is around R 3 707. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to El Paso?
The average train journey time from Chicago to El Paso is 2d 4h, covering a distance of 2014 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to El Paso route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to El Paso?
The earliest train from Chicago to El Paso departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 14:10.
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 El Paso, US was searched and found on 13 Oct 2026 with a price of R 5 173To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to El Paso, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 5 173 to R 30 900 for a train ticket from Chicago to El Paso, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 173, which is on 2026-10-13.
