How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Chicago start from $229. The average price for this train route is around $337. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Chicago?

The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Chicago is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 579 miles (934 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Birmingham to Chicago route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Birmingham to Chicago?

The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Chicago at 5:24pm. And the latest train departs at 5:24pm.

Train Birmingham to Chicago from $246 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Chicago on March 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 15h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 15h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Chicago on March 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 15h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 15h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Chicago on March 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 17h	10:25am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 15h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 15h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 17h	10:25am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 11:52 AM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham 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 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

21h 10mAverage Duration

579 milesDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$86 - $329	Average Duration21h 10m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$229 - $606	Average Duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 85kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,776 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5776 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $229

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham, US to Chicago by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Chicago start from $229. The average price for this train route is around $337. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Chicago is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 579 miles (934 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Birmingham to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Birmingham to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Chicago at 5:24pm. And the latest train departs at 5:24pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/25

$584

03/26

$627

Today

$584

03/28

$326

03/29

$584

03/30

$469

03/31

$353

04/01

No data

The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Chicago was searched and found on Mar 28, 2026 with a price of $326

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

You can expect to pay from $326 to $1,881 for a train ticket from Birmingham, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $326 which is on 2026-03-28.