How much is the train ticket from Slidell to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Slidell to Chicago start from R 5 185. The average price for this train route is around R 8 266. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

Which train operators serve the Slidell 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 Slidell to Chicago?

The earliest train from Slidell to Chicago departs at 10:02. And the latest train departs at 10:02.

Train Slidell to Chicago from R 4 990 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Slidell to Chicago on 25 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:02	Slidell Station	1d 22h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:02	Slidell Station	1d 22h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:41 AM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Slidell 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 23 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 911, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

23hAverage duration

1305 kmDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 911 - R 7 250	Average duration23h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 5 185 - R 21 963	Average duration2d	CO₂ emissions 119kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 775 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5775 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 5 185

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Slidell 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 Slidell to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Slidell to Chicago start from R 5 185. The average price for this train route is around R 8 266. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
Which train operators serve the Slidell 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 Slidell to Chicago?
The earliest train from Slidell to Chicago departs at 10:02. And the latest train departs at 10:02.

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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23/03

R 6 548

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25/03

R 10 941

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The cheapest trip from Slidell to Chicago was searched and found on 23 Mar 2026 with a price of R 6 548

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

You can expect to pay from R 6 548 to R 24 841 for a train ticket from Slidell to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 10 941, which is on 2026-03-25.