How much is the train ticket from Schenectady to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Schenectady to Chicago start from R 1 234. The average price for this train route is around R 3 729. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Schenectady to Chicago?

The average train journey time from Schenectady to Chicago is 15h 39m, covering a distance of 1130 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 39m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Schenectady 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 Schenectady to Chicago?

The earliest train from Schenectady to Chicago departs at 19:33. And the latest train departs at 19:33.

Train Schenectady to Chicago from R 1 706 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Schenectady to Chicago on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	19:33	Schenectady Station	15h 39m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	19:33	Schenectady Station	15h 39m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Schenectady to Chicago on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	19:33	Schenectady Station	15h 39m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	19:33	Schenectady Station	15h 39m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Schenectady to Chicago on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	19:33	Schenectady Station	15h 39m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	19:33	Schenectady Station	15h 39m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Schenectady to Chicago on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:33	Schenectady Station	15h 39m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	19:33	Schenectady Station	15h 39m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	19:33	Schenectady Station	15h 39m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Schenectady to Chicago on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	19:33	Schenectady Station	15h 39m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	19:33	Schenectady Station	15h 39m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Schenectady to Chicago on 23 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:33	Schenectady Station	15h 39m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	19:33	Schenectady Station	15h 39m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	19:33	Schenectady Station	15h 39m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Schenectady to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 777, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 5hAverage duration

1131 kmDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 777 - R 7 762	Average duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 234 - R 10 005	Average duration15h 39m	CO₂ emissions 103kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 651 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5651 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 1 234

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Schenectady 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 Schenectady to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Schenectady to Chicago start from R 1 234. The average price for this train route is around R 3 729. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Schenectady to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Schenectady to Chicago is 15h 39m, covering a distance of 1130 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 39m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Schenectady 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 Schenectady to Chicago?
The earliest train from Schenectady to Chicago departs at 19:33. And the latest train departs at 19:33.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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R 3 583

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R 3 583

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R 4 341

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R 3 583

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R 4 341

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R 4 341

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R 3 583

The cheapest trip from Schenectady to Chicago was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 583

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 583 to R 33 433 for a train ticket from Schenectady to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 583, which is on 2025-12-18.