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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Amtrak | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | |||||
| Amtrak | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Salinas to ChicagoAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 15 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $138, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Salinas, US to Chicago: Trip Overview
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Based on 5499 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 $364
Salinas to Chicago Train
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The cheapest trip from Salinas, US to Chicago was searched and found on Oct 1, 2025 with a price of $308To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Salinas, US to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $308 to $1,718 for a train ticket from Salinas, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $308 which is on 2025-10-05.
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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.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Salinas and Chicago, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
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Did you know?
Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.
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