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Cheap train tickets from Chicago to Austin

Showing times and prices for Apr 02

Cheapest

€188

Average

€188

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago to Austin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Amtrak

01:45PMChicago Union Station28h37 06:22PMAustin

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€1881One-way

Train schedule from Chicago to Austin

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Fastest train times from Chicago to Austin

Showing times and prices for Apr 02

Fastest Journey

1d 4 h 37 m

Average

1d 4 h 37 m

Trains per day

Distance

1573 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Chicago for Austin every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Amtrak

01:45PMChicago Union Station28h37 06:22PMAustin

0 transfers

€1881One-way

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Overview: Train from Chicago to Austin

	Distance	975 miles (1572 km)
	Average train duration	28 h 37 min
	Average train ticket price	$138 (€120)
	Train frequency	1 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there is 1 direct train a day
	Train companies	Amtrak

Trains from Chicago to Austin cover the 975 miles (1572 km) long journey taking on average 28 h 37 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. Normally, there is 1 train operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $138 (€120), but the average price of train tickets is $138 (€120).

Train companies: Amtrak from Chicago to Austin trains

You can travel by train to Austin from Chicago with Amtrak for as low as $138 (€120). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Amtrak

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey to Austin from Chicago, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Train information from Chicago to Austin with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 28 h 37 min
Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

Travel Tips: Trains from Chicago to Austin

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Austin easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Chicago to Austin.

Omio customers have found cheap train tickets from Chicago to Austin for as low as $138 (€120) for the next 7 days.

If you are looking to purchase your train ticket in the next 7 days, you can expect the Chicago to Austin train to cost on average $138 (€120) one way.

The train distance from Chicago to Austin is around 975 miles (1572 km).

The Chicago to Austin train duration is on average 28 h 37 min, which is to be expected when traveling 975 mile (1572 km) from Chicago to Austin. However, the time it takes can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and holidays.

For the route from Chicago to Austin you can take a train with Amtrak. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Chicago to Austin on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Yes, there is 1 direct train between Chicago and Austin per day with Amtrak on Omio. This is worth paying attention to when you purchase your train ticket as direct services tend to offer more convenience and help save you time traveling to your destination.

On average, there is 1 train a day from Chicago to Austin. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.

The earliest train for this journey departs from Chicago at 7: 45 PM. The last train leaves from Chicago at 7: 45 PM. Check Omio for the latest train schedule from Chicago to Austin and book the best time to depart on your chosen travel date.

In general, we recommend booking tickets for trains in advance to score the best deals from all possible train providers offering this journey and save money. If you book train tickets between Chicago and Austin within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average $138 (€120) one way. To find the best prices for this journey, consider booking your train ticket from Chicago to Austin a few months in advance.

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