Trains tickets from Chicago to Denver

Discover your next train travel journey from Chicago to Denver and book online with ease

Join 75M+ travelers booking 2M+ routes across 85+ countries.
Enjoy our 24/7 customer service to assist you at every step.
Cancel anytime and receive a 100% refund, no reason needed.
TodayJul 27
from $225
TomorrowJul 28
from $332
TueJul 29
from $225
WedJul 30
from $188
ThuJul 31
from $225
FriAug 1
from $225
SatAug 2
from $225
SunAug 3
from $225

Trains leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Denver
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Denver
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Denver
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Denver
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Denver
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

Accepted payments

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • American Express
  • China Union Pay
  • Diners Club Canada
  • Discover Click to Pay
  • JCB payment
  • Klarna (Pay over time)
  • Google Pay

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Denver.

Bus
Average Price$79 - $293Average Duration1d 1h
37kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$81 - $332Average Duration18h 56m
134kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Denver

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Denver. The journey takes about 18 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
18h 56mAverage Duration
$81Cheapest ticket
134kgCO₂ emissions

Train Chicago to Denver: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$156
Average train trip duration18h 56m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure7:40am
Distance916 miles (1477 km)
Latest train departure6:00pm

Chicago to Denver Train

Busbud helps you find a train from Chicago to Denver. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find trains with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a train service from Chicago to Denver from the most reliable train companies operating this trip.

Discover how much the train trip from Chicago to Denver will cost you. Use our filters and sorting features to find the cheapest train tickets or high-end trains.

Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Denver

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07/25
$216
07/26
$216
Today
$216
07/28
$319
07/29
$216
07/30
$180
07/31
$216
08/01
$216
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Denver was searched and found on Jul 30, 2025 with a price of $180

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Denver, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $180 to $757 for a train ticket from Chicago to Denver based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $180 which is on 2025-07-30.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

There are many train stations in the world, check it station pages on Busbud to get all information you need.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Denver 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.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Chicago and Denver, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Chicago to Denver, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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.

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!

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Will you be returning to Chicago by train?

Train from Denver to Chicago

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud helps you easily search, compare and book intercity bus tickets on a worldwide scale with our comprehensive list of bus routes and schedules. With several language and currency options available, Busbud seeks to cater to international bus travelers no matter where they are in the world. Busbud partners with safe and reliable bus companies throughout the world such as Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others so you can buy tickets without a worry.

People from around the world trust Busbud

‌

Popular train departures from Chicago

Popular train departures to Chicago

Continue your journey from Denver