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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 | Lincoln City, IL | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to go from Lincoln to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5621 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 $18
Amtrak Lincoln Chicago recent customer reviews
Would have preferred business class but couldn’t get to it when I purchased my ticket a month earlier. Trip from Lincoln to Chicago was good. Trip from Chicago to Lincoln not so good. Everyone around me were talking loudly even shouting on their phone and one used the f word repeatedly.
Sheila J.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lincoln, IL, US 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 Lincoln to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Lincoln to Chicago start from $18. The average price for this train route is around $36. 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 Lincoln to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from Lincoln to Chicago is 2h 56m, covering a distance of 150 miles (241 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 49m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Lincoln 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 Lincoln to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from Lincoln to Chicago at 6:36am. And the latest train departs at 7:46pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lincoln, IL, US to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lincoln, IL, US to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $23 to $405 for a train ticket from Lincoln, IL, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-12-03.
What's the cheapest way to go from Lincoln, IL, US to Chicago?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Lincoln, IL, US and Chicago is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $36 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $18. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the train, as it will take you from Lincoln, IL, US to Chicago in about 2h 56m - that's the fastest way to get there!
