The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln Park, MI to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
4 h 48 m
Average duration
5 h 8 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
372 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln Park, MI 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 Lincoln Park, MI to Chicago, IL will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 6 trains that leave Lincoln Park, MI for Chicago, IL on Tue, May 26, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct trains cover the 372 km distance in an average of 5 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 48 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest trains will take 5 h 27 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.
351 Wolverine7:21 AM4h48John D. Dingell Transit Center, Dearborn, MI11:09 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$501One-way0 transfers
355 Wolverine5:11 PM5h29Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI9:40 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$501One-way0 transfers
355 Wolverine5:29 PM5h11John D. Dingell Transit Center, Dearborn, MI9:40 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$501One-way0 transfers
351 Wolverine7:03 AM5h06Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI11:09 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$501One-way0 transfers
353 Wolverine9:35 AM5h27Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI2:02 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$541One-way0 transfers
351 Wolverine7:21 AM4h48John D. Dingell Transit Center, Dearborn, MI11:09 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$501One-way0 transfers
351 Wolverine7:03 AM5h06Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI11:09 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$501One-way0 transfers
353 Wolverine9:53 AM5h09John D. Dingell Transit Center, Dearborn, MI2:02 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$541One-way0 transfers
355 Wolverine5:29 PM5h11John D. Dingell Transit Center, Dearborn, MI9:40 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$501One-way0 transfers
353 Wolverine9:35 AM5h27Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI2:02 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$541One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Lincoln Park, MI to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lincoln Park, MI to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $200.
Distance: 231 miles (372 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$66 Average price | $352 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lincoln Park, MI to Chicago, IL:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lincoln Park, MI to Chicago, IL costing on average $66 (€53).
A bus is $303 (€244) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lincoln Park, MI to Chicago, IL costing on average $352 (€284).
Other travel options to Chicago, IL take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 6m.
Bus takes on average 7h 10m.
Tickets start at around $66 (€53) compared to roughly $56 (€45) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-10.05 (€-8.11). The journey takes 5h 6m versus 4h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Lincoln Park, MI to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Lincoln Park, MI to Chicago, IL trains for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
353 Wolverine | 9:35 AM Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI | 5h27 | 2:02 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
353 Wolverine | 9:53 AM John D. Dingell Transit Center, Dearborn, MI | 5h09 | 2:02 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
355 Wolverine | 5:11 PM Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI | 5h29 | 9:40 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
355 Wolverine | 5:29 PM John D. Dingell Transit Center, Dearborn, MI | 5h11 | 9:40 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, May 26 | |||||
351 Wolverine | 7:03 AM Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI | 5h06 | 11:09 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
351 Wolverine | 7:21 AM John D. Dingell Transit Center, Dearborn, MI | 4h48 | 11:09 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lincoln Park, MI to Chicago, IL
Trains from Lincoln Park, MI to Chicago, IL run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 10:44, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 231 miles (372 km) distance in 4h 48m.
Distance 231 miles (372 km) |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€36) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 4h 48m |
First train 10:44 AM |
Last train 9:29 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Amtrak from Lincoln Park, MI to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Lincoln Park, MI and Chicago, IL from $34 (€28). 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 Lincoln Park, MI to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln Park, MI 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 Lincoln Park, MI 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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