The cheapest and fastest trains from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to General Mitchell International Airport
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
1 h 13 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to General Mitchell International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to General Mitchell International Airport will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL for General Mitchell International Airport on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to General Mitchell International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to General Mitchell International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €19, and a bus costs an average of €19.
Distance: 75 miles (121 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€21 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to General Mitchell International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to General Mitchell International Airport trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:25 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h13 | 2:38 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h13 | 9:28 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
![]() | 11:10 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h13 | 12:23 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to General Mitchell International Airport
Trains from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to General Mitchell International Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:10, the last at 13:25. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (121 km) distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 75 miles (121 km) |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 11:10 |
Last train 13:25 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to General Mitchell International Airport trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL and General Mitchell International Airport from $24 (€19). 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 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to General Mitchell International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to General Mitchell International Airport 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 General Mitchell International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to General Mitchell International Airport
- 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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