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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Modesto Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Modesto Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | |||||
| Modesto Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | |||||
| Modesto Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | |||||
| Modesto Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Modesto to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 14 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5753 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £210
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Modesto to Chicago by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Modesto to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Modesto to Chicago start from £296. The average price for this train route is around £338. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Modesto to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Modesto to Chicago is 2d 20h, covering a distance of 1776 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Modesto to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Modesto to Chicago?
The earliest train from Modesto to Chicago departs at 17:50. And the latest train departs at 17:50.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Modesto to Chicago was searched and found on 2 Feb 2026 with a price of £202To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Modesto to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £202 to £1,044 for a train ticket from Modesto to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £202, which is on 2026-02-02.
