The cheapest and fastest trains from Chicago, IL to Albion, MI
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago, IL to Albion, MI 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 Albion, MI will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chicago, IL for Albion, MI on Wed, May 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 the direct trains cover the 243 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
On Wed, May 13 the slowest trains will take 4 h 13 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.
5:50 PM4h13Chicago, IL10:03 PMAlbion, MI$811One-way0 transfers
5:50 PM4h13Chicago, IL10:03 PMAlbion, MI$811One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Chicago, IL to Albion, MI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Albion, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, and a flight costs an average of $480.
Distance: 150 miles (243 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$67 Average price | $59 Average price Cheapest | $480 Average price | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chicago, IL to Albion, MI:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chicago, IL to Albion, MI costing on average $67 (€54).
A bus is $421 (€337) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chicago, IL to Albion, MI costing on average $480 (€384).
Other travel options to Albion, MI take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 11m.
Bus takes on average 5h 10m.
Tickets start at around $67 (€54) compared to roughly $40 (€32) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-27.70 (€-22.14). The journey takes 3h 11m versus 2h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Albion, MI train times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Albion, MI trains for today, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:50 PM Chicago, IL | 4h13 | 10:03 PM Albion, MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to Albion, MI
Trains from Chicago, IL to Albion, MI run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $67 (€54) but you can travel from only $59 (€47) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 150 miles (243 km) distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 150 miles (243 km) |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€54) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 6:45 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Chicago, IL to Albion, MI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Chicago, IL and Albion, MI from $59 (€47). 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 Albion, MI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Albion, MI 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 Albion, MI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chicago, IL to Albion, MI
- 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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