The cheapest and fastest trains from Southfield, MI to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$76
Fastest journey
5 h 6 m
Average duration
5 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
371 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southfield, 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 Southfield, MI to Chicago, IL will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
Of the 1 trains that leave Southfield, MI for Chicago, IL on Sun, May 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 24 the direct trains cover the 371 km distance in an average of 5 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 6 m .
On Sun, May 24 the slowest trains will take 5 h 6 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.
10:26 AM5h06Southfield, MI3:32 PMChicago, IL$761One-way0 transfers
10:26 AM5h06Southfield, MI3:32 PMChicago, IL$761One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Southfield, MI to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southfield, MI to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a flight costs an average of $314.
Distance: 230 miles (371 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$66 Average price | $56 Average price Cheapest | $388 Average price |
6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southfield, MI to Chicago, IL:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southfield, MI to Chicago, IL costing on average $66 (€53).
A bus is $332 (€268) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Southfield, MI to Chicago, IL costing on average $388 (€314).
Other travel options to Chicago, IL take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 32m.
Bus takes on average 6h 29m.
Live departures
Southfield, MI to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Southfield, MI to Chicago, IL trains for today, Saturday, May 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
355 Wolverine | 4:41 PM Troy Transit Center, Troy, MI | 5h59 | 9:40 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
355 Wolverine | 4:48 PM Royal Oak Station, Royal Oak, MI | 5h52 | 9:40 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 | |
| Sunday, May 24 | |||||
![]() | 10:26 AM Southfield, MI | 5h06 | 3:32 PM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southfield, MI to Chicago, IL
Trains from Southfield, MI to Chicago, IL run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) but you can travel from only $44 (€36) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:26, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 230 miles (371 km) distance in 5h 6m.
Distance 230 miles (371 km) |
Average train duration 5h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€36) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 5h 6m |
First train 6:26 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Southfield, MI to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Southfield, MI and Chicago, IL from $44 (€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 Southfield, MI to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southfield, 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 Southfield, 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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