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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 | Lacey - Centennial Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Cheapest | ||||
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| Train | Lacey - Centennial Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Lacey - Centennial Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Lacey - Centennial Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Olympia to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 3 days, 8 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $261, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5646 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 $284
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Olympia 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 Olympia to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Olympia to Chicago start from $284. The average price for this train route is around $561. 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 Olympia to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from Olympia to Chicago is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1751 miles (2824 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Olympia to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Olympia to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from Olympia to Chicago at 8:40am. And the latest train departs at 1:31pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Olympia to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $273To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Olympia to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $273 to $2,612 for a train ticket from Olympia to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $307 which is on 2025-12-15.
