The cheapest and fastest trains from Greensboro, NC to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$465
Average price
$470
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 16 m
Average duration
1 d 8 h 9 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
934 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greensboro, NC 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 Greensboro, NC to Chicago, IL will cost around $470 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $465.
Of the 2 trains that leave Greensboro, NC for Chicago, IL on Sun, Nov 30, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 30 the direct trains cover the 934 km distance in an average of 1 d 8 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 2 h 16 m .
On Sun, Nov 30 the slowest trains will take 1 d 14 h 2 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, bus, and flight for Greensboro, NC to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greensboro, NC to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €64. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €64, and a train costs an average of €134.
Distance: 580 miles (934 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€253 Average price | €107 Average price Cheapest | €213 Average price |
24h 58m Average total duration 24h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 50m Average total duration 21h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 23m Average total duration Fastest 5h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Greensboro, NC to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Greensboro, NC to Chicago, IL trains for today, Saturday, November 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:29 AM Greensboro, NC | 26h16 | 1:45 PM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:43 PM Greensboro, NC | 39h17 | 3:00 PM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Greensboro, NC to Chicago, IL
Trains from Greensboro, NC to Chicago, IL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 24h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $165 (€134) but you can travel from only $78 (€64) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 18:41. The fastest train covers the 580 miles (934 km) distance in 26h 16m.
Distance 580 miles (934 km) |
Average train duration 24h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $165 (€134) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 26h 16m |
First train 07:01 |
Last train 18:41 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Greensboro, NC to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Greensboro, NC and Chicago, IL from $78 (€64). 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 Greensboro, NC to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greensboro, NC 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 Greensboro, NC to Chicago, IL
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available around the station.
- Lindley Park Filling Station
- Crafted: The Art of the Taco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Proximity Hotel
- O.Henry Hotel
- Marriott Greensboro Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services are accessible
- 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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