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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Albany to ChicagoAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 16 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just $72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Albany, NY to Chicago: Trip Overview
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Based on 5495 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 $72
Albany to Chicago Train
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The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Chicago was searched and found on Oct 5, 2025 with a price of $144To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Albany, NY to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $144 to $1,941 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $144 which is on 2025-10-05.
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Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Albany and Chicago is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Chicago.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Chicago, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Albany and Chicago compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Albany to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
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