The cheapest and fastest trains from Eureka, MO to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
450 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eureka, MO 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 Eureka, MO to Chicago, IL will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 1 trains that leave Eureka, MO for Chicago, IL on Mon, Jan 12, 1 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 450 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Mon, Jan 12 the slowest trains will take 4 h 55 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 bus, train, and flight for Eureka, MO to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eureka, MO to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €43, and a flight costs an average of €296.
Distance: 279 miles (450 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
€43 Average price Cheapest | €296 Average price |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Eureka, MO to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Eureka, MO 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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![]() | 9:30 AM Eureka, MO | 4h55 | 2:25 PM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Eureka, MO to Chicago, IL
Trains from Eureka, MO to Chicago, IL run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:30, the last at 09:30. The fastest train covers the 279 miles (450 km) distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 279 miles (450 km) |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 09:30 |
Last train 09:30 |
FAQs: Trains from Eureka, MO to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eureka, MO 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 Eureka, MO 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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