The cheapest and fastest trains from Shelby, MI to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
6 h 12 m
Average duration
6 h 12 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
391 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shelby, 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 Shelby, MI to Chicago, IL will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 1 trains that leave Shelby, MI for Chicago, IL on Sat, Apr 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Apr 11 the direct trains cover the 391 km distance in an average of 6 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 12 m .
On Sat, Apr 11 the slowest trains will take 6 h 12 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.
10:28 PM6h12Shelby, MI4:40 AMChicago, IL$491One-way0 transfers
10:28 PM6h12Shelby, MI4:40 AMChicago, IL$491One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Shelby, MI to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shelby, MI to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $186.
Distance: 242 miles (391 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$70 Average price | $275 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest |
6h 22m Average total duration Fastest 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 10m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Shelby, MI to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Shelby, MI to Chicago, IL trains for today, Friday, April 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:43 AM Shelby, MI | 5h49 | 4:32 PM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:28 PM Shelby, MI | 6h12 | 4:40 AM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shelby, MI to Chicago, IL
Trains from Shelby, MI to Chicago, IL run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€39) but you can travel from only $45 (€36) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 17:50. The fastest train covers the 242 miles (391 km) distance in 5h 49m.
Distance 242 miles (391 km) |
Average train duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€39) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 5h 49m |
First train 6:45 AM |
Last train 5:50 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Shelby, MI to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Shelby, MI and Chicago, IL from $45 (€36). 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 Shelby, MI to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shelby, 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 Shelby, 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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