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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Amtrak Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lafayette to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 410, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5637 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 R 612
Amtrak Lafayette Chicago recent customer reviews
It was about 45 minutes late and I had to wait in the cold and the driver wasn’t very pleasant.
Kaitlyn C.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lafayette, IN to Chicago 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 Lafayette to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Lafayette to Chicago start from R 612. The average price for this train route is around R 612. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lafayette to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Lafayette to Chicago is 3h 24m, covering a distance of 174 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Lafayette 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 Lafayette to Chicago?
The earliest train from Lafayette to Chicago departs at 07:36. And the latest train departs at 08:01.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lafayette, IN to Chicago was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 571To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lafayette, IN to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 571 to R 4 099 for a train ticket from Lafayette, IN to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 934, which is on 2025-12-15.
