The cheapest and fastest trains from Edwardsville, IL to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 26 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
390 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edwardsville, IL to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edwardsville, IL to Chicago, IL will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 3 trains that leave Edwardsville, IL for Chicago, IL on Mon, Jan 12, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 12 the direct trains cover the 390 km distance in an average of 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 11 m .
On Mon, Jan 12 the slowest trains will take 4 h 48 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Edwardsville, IL to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edwardsville, IL to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €129.
Distance: 242 miles (390 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€37 Average price Cheapest | €283 Average price | €79 Average price |
5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edwardsville, IL to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Edwardsville, IL to Chicago, IL trains for today, Sunday, January 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:14 AM Edwardsville, IL | 4h11 | 2:25 PM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edwardsville, IL to Chicago, IL
Trains from Edwardsville, IL to Chicago, IL run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 242 miles (390 km) distance in 4h 11m.
Distance 242 miles (390 km) |
Average train duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 4h 11m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Edwardsville, IL to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Edwardsville, IL and Chicago, IL from $27 (€22). 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 Edwardsville, IL to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edwardsville, IL to Chicago, IL 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 Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edwardsville, IL to Chicago, IL
- 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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