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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 | Providence Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Cheapest | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Providence to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 273, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5784 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 810
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Providence to Chicago by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Providence to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Providence to Chicago start from R 1 810. The average price for this train route is around R 6 531. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Providence to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Providence to Chicago is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1343 km. The quickest train can get you there in 23h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Providence to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Providence to Chicago?
The earliest train from Providence to Chicago departs at 06:50. And the latest train departs at 19:25.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Providence to Chicago was searched and found on 08 Apr 2026 with a price of R 5 201To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Providence to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 5 201 to R 38 342 for a train ticket from Providence to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 201, which is on 2026-04-08.
