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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 | Hastings, NE | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Hastings, NE | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Hastings, NE | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Hastings, NE | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to Hastings
The journey takes about 12 hours 22 minutes and with fares starting at just $70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5614 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 $70
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Hastings, NE, US 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 Hastings?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Hastings start from $70. The average price for this train route is around $147. 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 Hastings?
The average train ride duration from Chicago to Hastings is 12h 22m, covering a distance of 564 miles (910 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 22m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Chicago to Hastings 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 Hastings?
The earliest train departs from Chicago to Hastings at 7:40am. And the latest train departs at 2:00pm.
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 Hastings, NE, US was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $203To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Hastings, NE, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $203 to $494 for a train ticket from Chicago to Hastings, NE, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $203 which is on 2025-11-30.
