The cheapest and fastest trains from Chicago, IL to Albuquerque, NM
Cheapest price
$268
Average price
$287
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 d 5 h 16 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
1812 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago, IL to Albuquerque, NM 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 Albuquerque, NM will cost around $287 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $268.
Of the 3 trains that leave Chicago, IL for Albuquerque, NM on Fri, Nov 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 1812 km distance in an average of 1 d 5 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 1 h 29 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 1 d 8 h 14 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.
319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner · 3 Southwest Chief
3 Southwest Chief
381 Carl Sandburg · 3 Southwest Chief
3 Southwest Chief
319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner · 3 Southwest Chief
381 Carl Sandburg · 3 Southwest ChiefTravel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Albuquerque, NM among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €101. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €101, and a flight costs an average of €90.
Distance: 1125 miles (1812 km)
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€197 Average price | €264 Average price | €166 Average price Cheapest |
26h 30m Average total duration 26h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 39m Average total duration 27h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chicago, IL to Albuquerque, NM train times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Albuquerque, NM trains for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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381 Carl Sandburg · 3 Southwest Chief | 1:40 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 32h14 | 9:54 PM Albuquerque Station, Albuquerque, NM | 1 transfer | |
3 Southwest Chief | 8:25 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 25h29 | 9:54 PM Albuquerque Station, Albuquerque, NM | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to Albuquerque, NM
Trains from Chicago, IL to Albuquerque, NM run on average 3 times per day, taking around 26h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $137 (€111) but you can travel from only $111 (€90) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:40, the last at 17:02. The fastest train covers the 1125 miles (1812 km) distance in 25h 29m.
Distance 1125 miles (1812 km) |
Average train duration 26h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $137 (€111) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 25h 29m |
First train 07:40 |
Last train 17:02 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Chicago, IL to Albuquerque, NM trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Chicago, IL and Albuquerque, NM from $111 (€90). 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 Albuquerque, NM
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Albuquerque, NM 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 Albuquerque, NM, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chicago, IL to Albuquerque, NM
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with access from 1st Street SW.
- 66 Diner
- The Grove Cafe & Market
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hotel Andaluz Albuquerque, Curio Collection by Hilton
- Hyatt Regency Albuquerque
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Albuquerque
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: connections to local buses and Rail Runner Express
- Bus: ABQ RIDE Routes 766, 777
- Rail Runner Express
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