The cheapest and fastest trains from Chicago, IL to Quincy, IL
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
4 h 22 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
381 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago, IL to Quincy, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chicago, IL to Quincy, IL will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 2 trains that leave Chicago, IL for Quincy, IL on Mon, May 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct trains cover the 381 km distance in an average of 4 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 22 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest trains will take 4 h 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:55 PM4h22Chicago, IL4:17 AMQuincy, IL$481One-way0 transfers
10:55 PM4h22Chicago, IL3:17 AMQuincy, IL$591One-way0 transfers
11:55 PM4h22Chicago, IL4:17 AMQuincy, IL$481One-way0 transfers
10:55 PM4h22Chicago, IL3:17 AMQuincy, IL$591One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Chicago, IL to Quincy, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Quincy, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 236 miles (381 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 5m faster (4h 22m by train vs 4h 27m by car) and roughly $18 (€15) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($41 (€33) vs $59 (€48)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Quincy, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Quincy, IL trains for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
381 Carl Sandburg | 7:40 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 4h22 | 12:02 PM Quincy Amtrak Station, Quincy, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
383 Illinois Zephyr | 5:55 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 4h22 | 10:17 PM Quincy Amtrak Station, Quincy, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to Quincy, IL
Trains from Chicago, IL to Quincy, IL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 17:55. The fastest train covers the 236 miles (381 km) distance in 4h 22m.
Distance 236 miles (381 km) |
Average train duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 22m |
First train 5:12 AM |
Last train 5:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Chicago, IL to Quincy, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Chicago, IL and Quincy, IL from $27 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Chicago, IL to Quincy, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Quincy, IL by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Quincy, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chicago, IL to Quincy, IL
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
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