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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 | Tucson Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
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| Train | Tucson Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Tucson Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Tucson Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Tucson to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 22 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5617 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 $151
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tucson 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 Tucson to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Tucson to Chicago start from $151. The average price for this train route is around $234. 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 Tucson to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from Tucson to Chicago is 2d 10h, covering a distance of 1440 miles (2322 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Tucson to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Tucson to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from Tucson to Chicago at 7:53am. And the latest train departs at 8:53am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Tucson to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $252To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Tucson to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $252 to $1,188 for a train ticket from Tucson to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $252 which is on 2025-12-01.
