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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 | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Poplar Bluff, MO | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Poplar Bluff, MO | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Poplar Bluff, MO | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Poplar Bluff, MO | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Poplar Bluff, MO | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to Poplar Bluff
The journey takes about 14 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5749 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 $49
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Poplar Bluff 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 Chicago to Poplar Bluff?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Poplar Bluff start from $49. The average price for this train route is around $91. 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 Chicago to Poplar Bluff?
The average train ride duration from Chicago to Poplar Bluff is 14h 7m, covering a distance of 383 miles (618 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Chicago to Poplar Bluff route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Chicago to Poplar Bluff?
The earliest train departs from Chicago to Poplar Bluff at 7:15am. And the latest train departs at 2:10pm.
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 Poplar Bluff was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $51To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Poplar Bluff, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $51 to $326 for a train ticket from Chicago to Poplar Bluff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2026-01-29.
