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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Chicago.
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 23 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Charlotte, NC to Chicago: Trip Overview
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Charlotte to Chicago Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlotte, NC to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $239 to $1,780 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $239 which is on 2025-08-01.
About Train Travel
Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Charlotte to Chicago is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Chicago, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Charlotte and Chicago compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Charlotte to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
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