The cheapest and fastest trains from Northfield, MN to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$169
Average price
$169
Fastest journey
6 h 44 m
Average duration
6 h 44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
533 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northfield, MN 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 Northfield, MN to Chicago, IL will cost around $169 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $169.
Of the 1 trains that leave Northfield, MN for Chicago, IL on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 533 km distance in an average of 6 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 44 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 6 h 44 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.
6:37 PM6h44Northfield, MN1:21 AMChicago, IL$1691One-way0 transfers
6:37 PM6h44Northfield, MN1:21 AMChicago, IL$1691One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Northfield, MN to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Northfield, MN to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $50.
Distance: 331 miles (533 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$87 Average price Cheapest | $195 Average price | $121 Average price |
7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 39m Average total duration 12h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Northfield, MN to Chicago, IL:
A train is $34 (€28) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Northfield, MN to Chicago, IL costing on average $121 (€97).
A train is $109 (€87) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Northfield, MN to Chicago, IL costing on average $195 (€156).
Other travel options to Chicago, IL take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 44m.
Bus takes on average 12h 9m.
Live departures
Northfield, MN to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Northfield, MN to Chicago, IL trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:37 PM Northfield, MN | 6h44 | 1:21 AM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Northfield, MN to Chicago, IL by train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Northfield, MN to Chicago, IL
Trains from Northfield, MN to Chicago, IL run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 15:05. The fastest train covers the 331 miles (533 km) distance in 6h 44m.
Distance 331 miles (533 km) |
Average train duration 6h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 6h 44m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 3:05 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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FAQs: Trains from Northfield, MN to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northfield, MN 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 Northfield, MN 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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