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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 | Lacey - Centennial Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Cheapest | ||||
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| Train | Lacey - Centennial Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Olympia to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 3 days, 8 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 4 499, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5646 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 4 909
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Olympia 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 Olympia to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Olympia to Chicago start from R 4 909. The average price for this train route is around R 9 688. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Olympia to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Olympia to Chicago is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 2824 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Olympia to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Olympia to Chicago?
The earliest train from Olympia to Chicago departs at 08:40. And the latest train departs at 13:31.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Olympia to Chicago was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 722To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Olympia to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 4 722 to R 45 177 for a train ticket from Olympia to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 310, which is on 2025-12-15.
