Denver, CO to Chicago, IL train

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Cheap train tickets from Denver, CO to Chicago, IL

Showing times and prices for Sep 17

Cheapest

$161

Average

$161

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

12:59AM18h40

Denver, CO

07:39PMChicago, IL

$1611One-way

0 transfers

Train schedule from Denver, CO to Chicago, IL

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 17

Amtrak

12:59AM18h40

Denver, CO

07:39PMChicago, IL

0 transfers

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Fastest train times from Denver, CO to Chicago, IL

Showing times and prices for Sep 17

Fastest Journey

18 h 40 m

Average

18 h 40 m

Trains per day

Distance

1475 km

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

12:59AM18h40

Denver, CO

07:39PMChicago, IL

$1611One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Denver, CO to Chicago, IL

Distance	915 miles (1475 km)
Average train duration	18 h 40 min
Average train ticket price	$379 (€321)
Train frequency	1 a day
Direct train	Yes, there is 1 direct train a day
Train companies	Amtrak

Trains from Denver, CO to Chicago, IL cover the 915 miles (1475 km) long route taking on average 18 h 40 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 journey for as low as $145 (€123), but the average price of train tickets is $379 (€321).

Train companies: Amtrak from Denver, CO to Chicago, IL trains

You can travel by train from Denver, CO to Chicago, IL with Amtrak for as low as $106 (€90). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

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 Chicago, IL from Denver, CO, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Denver, CO to Chicago, IL train information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 18 h 40 min
Cheapest Price: $106
Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Denver, CO to Chicago, IL

FAQs: Travel by train from Denver, CO to Chicago, IL 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 Denver, CO to Chicago, IL.

Cheap train tickets from Denver, CO to Chicago, IL can start from as little as $145 (€123) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Denver, CO to Chicago, IL is $379 (€321); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Chicago, IL from Denver, CO is on average 18 h 40 min for the 915 mile (1475 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Chicago, IL from Denver, CO by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Denver, CO to Chicago, IL without having to change trains with Amtrak. There is 1 direct train from Denver, CO to Chicago, IL each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the best Denver, CO to Chicago, IL train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Denver, CO and Chicago, IL to compare what amenities they may offer.

The cheapest month for a train from Denver, CO to Chicago, IL is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Chicago, IL from Denver, CO including taking a train, bus or flight.