How much does a train ticket from Birmingham to Chicago cost?

The average train ticket price from Birmingham to Chicago is $457. The best way to find train tickets from Birmingham to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Birmingham to Chicago?

A train trip between Birmingham and Chicago is around 1d 15h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 15h. This is the time it takes to travel the 577 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Birmingham and Chicago?

The number of trains from Birmingham to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Birmingham to Chicago by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Birmingham to Chicago?

When taking the train from Birmingham to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Once in Chicago, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Museum of Contemporary Art, Willis Tower (Sears Tower), Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier, Navy Pier, Lincoln Park Zoo.

Train Birmingham to Chicago from $229 | Refundable Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Chicago.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$79 - $294	Average Duration19h 40m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$229 - $1,390	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 85kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Birmingham to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 19 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

19h 40mAverage Duration

$79Cheapest ticket

23kgCO₂ emissions

Train Birmingham, US to Chicago: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$457

Average train trip duration1d 15h

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure5:24pm

Distance579 miles (933 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,350 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5350 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 $229

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Birmingham to Chicago Train

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Birmingham and Chicago is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Chicago.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Chicago you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Birmingham and Chicago, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Birmingham to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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.

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