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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | South Shore-South Portsmouth, KY | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | South Shore-South Portsmouth, KY | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Get from South Shore to Chicago
The journey takes about 12 hours 3 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5667 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 R 1 137
Frequently asked questions about travelling from South Shore 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 South Shore to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from South Shore to Chicago start from R 1 137. The average price for this train route is around R 1 137. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from South Shore to Chicago?
The average train journey time from South Shore to Chicago is 12h 3m, covering a distance of 530 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12h 3m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the South Shore 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 South Shore to Chicago?
The earliest train from South Shore to Chicago departs at 22:57. And the latest train departs at 22:57.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from South Shore to Chicago was searched and found on 24 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 078To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from South Shore to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 078 to R 6 074 for a train ticket from South Shore to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 078, which is on 2025-12-24.
