Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Creston, IA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Creston, IA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Creston, IA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Creston, IA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Creston, IA | No tags |
Get from Chicago to Creston
The journey takes about 13 hours 12 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 113, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5611 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 1 113
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Creston, IA, 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 Creston?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Creston start from R 1 113. The average price for this train route is around R 1 768. 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 Creston?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Creston is 13h 12m, covering a distance of 568 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Creston 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 Chicago to Creston?
The earliest train from Chicago to Creston departs at 07:40. And the latest train departs at 14:00.
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 Creston, IA, US was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 687To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Creston, IA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 687 to R 8 628 for a train ticket from Chicago to Creston, IA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 074, which is on 2025-11-29.
