How much is the train ticket from St. Cloud to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Cloud to Chicago start from PEN 252. The average price for this train route is around PEN 469. 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 St. Cloud to Chicago?

The average train ride duration from St. Cloud to Chicago is 12h 49m, covering a distance of 412 miles (665 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 13m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Cloud to Chicago 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 St. Cloud to Chicago?

The earliest train departs from St. Cloud to Chicago at 6:32am. And the latest train departs at 6:32am.

Train St. Cloud to Chicago from PEN 239 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Cloud to Chicago on May 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	10h 13m	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	10h 13m	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	10h 13m	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Cloud to Chicago on May 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	10h 13m	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	10h 13m	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	12h 54m	7:26pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	12h 54m	7:26pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:46 AM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Cloud 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 12 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 236, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

12h 15mAverage Duration

415 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePEN 236 - PEN 1,454	Average Duration12h 15m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePEN 252 - PEN 1,372	Average Duration12h 49m	CO₂ emissions 60kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,797 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5797 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 PEN 252

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Cloud to Chicago start from PEN 252. The average price for this train route is around PEN 469. 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 St. Cloud to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from St. Cloud to Chicago is 12h 49m, covering a distance of 412 miles (665 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 13m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Cloud to Chicago 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 St. Cloud to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from St. Cloud to Chicago at 6:32am. And the latest train departs at 6:32am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

05/04

PEN 449

05/05

PEN 552

Today

No data

05/07

PEN 681

05/08

PEN 449

05/09

No data

05/10

PEN 239

05/11

PEN 246

The cheapest trip from St. Cloud to Chicago was searched and found on May 10, 2026 with a price of PEN 239

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

You can expect to pay from PEN 239 to PEN 3,138 for a train ticket from St. Cloud to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 239 which is on 2026-05-10.