How much does a train ticket cost from Niles to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Niles to Chicago start from £17. The average price for this train route is around £21. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Niles to Chicago?

The average train journey time from Niles to Chicago is 1h 58m, covering a distance of 72 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 41m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Niles to Chicago route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Niles to Chicago?

The earliest train from Niles to Chicago departs at 11:04. And the latest train departs at 21:42.

Train Niles to Chicago from £16 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Niles to Chicago on 9 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:42	Niles, MI	1h 58m	21:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	13:01	Niles, MI	2h 1m	14:02	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	13:01	Niles, MI	2h 1m	14:02	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	20:42	Niles, MI	1h 58m	21:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Niles to Chicago on 10 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:04	Niles, MI	1h 41m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	11:04	Niles, MI	1h 41m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	13:01	Niles, MI	2h 1m	14:02	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	20:42	Niles, MI	1h 58m	21:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Niles to Chicago on 11 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:42	Niles, MI	1h 58m	21:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	11:04	Niles, MI	1h 41m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	11:04	Niles, MI	1h 41m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	20:42	Niles, MI	1h 58m	21:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Niles to Chicago on 12 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:42	Niles, MI	1h 58m	21:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	11:04	Niles, MI	1h 41m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	11:04	Niles, MI	1h 41m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	20:42	Niles, MI	1h 58m	21:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Niles to Chicago on 13 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:42	Niles, MI	1h 58m	21:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	11:04	Niles, MI	1h 41m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	11:04	Niles, MI	1h 41m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	20:42	Niles, MI	1h 58m	21:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Niles to Chicago on 14 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:04	Niles, MI	1h 41m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	11:04	Niles, MI	1h 41m	11:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	20:42	Niles, MI	1h 58m	21:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	20:42	Niles, MI	1h 58m	21:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 00:54 EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Niles to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 1mAverage duration

72 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£14 - £17	Average duration2h 1m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£17 - £52	Average duration1h 58m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,798 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5798 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £17

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Niles to Chicago by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Niles to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Niles to Chicago start from £17. The average price for this train route is around £21. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Niles to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Niles to Chicago is 1h 58m, covering a distance of 72 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Niles to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Niles to Chicago?
The earliest train from Niles to Chicago departs at 11:04. And the latest train departs at 21:42.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07/05

£28

08/05

£40

Today

£18

10/05

£28

11/05

£19

12/05

£16

13/05

£16

14/05

£23

The cheapest trip from Niles to Chicago was searched and found on 12 May 2026 with a price of £16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Niles to Chicago as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £16 to £61 for a train ticket from Niles to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2026-05-12.