The cheapest and fastest trains from Chicago, IL to Benton Harbor, MI
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
1 h 43 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago, IL to Benton Harbor, 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 Benton Harbor, MI will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 2 trains that leave Chicago, IL for Benton Harbor, MI on Fri, May 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 103 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 43 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 1 h 43 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.
11:30 PM1h43Chicago, IL1:13 AMBenton Harbor, MI$291One-way0 transfers
12:30 AM1h43Chicago, IL2:13 AMBenton Harbor, MI$421One-way0 transfers
12:30 AM1h43Chicago, IL2:13 AMBenton Harbor, MI$421One-way0 transfers
11:30 PM1h43Chicago, IL1:13 AMBenton Harbor, MI$291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Chicago, IL to Benton Harbor, MI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Benton Harbor, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 64 miles (103 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chicago, IL to Benton Harbor, MI:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chicago, IL to Benton Harbor, MI costing on average $33 (€26).
Other travel options to Benton Harbor, MI take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 51m.
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Direct services run with Amtrak.
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 Benton Harbor, MI train times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Benton Harbor, MI trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:30 PM Chicago, IL | 1h43 | 1:13 AM Benton Harbor, MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 29 | |||||
![]() | 12:30 AM Chicago, IL | 1h43 | 2:13 AM Benton Harbor, MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to Benton Harbor, MI
Trains from Chicago, IL to Benton Harbor, MI run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:10, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (103 km) distance in 1h 43m.
Distance 64 miles (103 km) |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 43m |
First train 8:10 AM |
Last train 6:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Chicago, IL to Benton Harbor, MI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Chicago, IL and Benton Harbor, MI from $11 (€9). 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 Benton Harbor, MI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Benton Harbor, 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 Benton Harbor, MI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chicago, IL to Benton Harbor, 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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