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Cheap train tickets from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL

Showing times and prices for Oct 16

Cheapest

$183

Average

$183

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

02:05AM13h07

Syracuse, NY

03:12PMChicago, IL

$1831One-way

0 transfers

Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 16

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
Amtrak	02:05AM Syracuse, NY	13h07	03:12PM Chicago, IL	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL?

The best time to book your train from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL is 7 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL.

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from $102

Buses

from $94

Flights

from $414

Fastest train times from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL

Showing times and prices for Oct 16

Fastest Journey

13 h 7 m

Average

13 h 7 m

Trains per day

Distance

952 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Syracuse, NY for Chicago, IL every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

02:05AM13h07

Syracuse, NY

03:12PMChicago, IL

$1831One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL

Distance	590 miles (952 km)
Average train duration	13 h 7 min
Average train ticket price	$202 (€174)
Train frequency	2 a day
Direct train	Yes, there are 2 direct trains a day
Train providers	Amtrak

Trains from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL cover the 590 miles (952 km) long journey taking on average 13 h 7 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. Normally, there are 2 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $183 (€158), but the average price of train tickets is $202 (€174).

Train companies: Amtrak from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL trains

You can travel by train from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL with Amtrak for as low as $156 (€134). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Train information from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 13 h 7 min
Cheapest Price: $156
Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL

FAQs: Travel by train from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL.

Cheap train tickets from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL can start from as little as $183 (€158) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL is $202 (€174); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL train travel time is 13 h 7 min for the 590 mile (952 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL without having to change trains with Amtrak. There are 2 direct trains from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the best Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services to Chicago, IL from Syracuse, NY to compare what amenities they may offer.

The cheapest month for a train from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL is April.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Chicago, IL from Syracuse, NY including taking a train or bus.