Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Clifton Forge, VA | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Clifton Forge, VA | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Clifton Forge, VA | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Clifton Forge, VA | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Clifton Forge, VA | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
Get from Clifton Forge to Chicago
The journey takes about 18 hours 32 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 466, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5784 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 466
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Clifton Forge to Chicago by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Clifton Forge to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Clifton Forge to Chicago start from R 1 466. The average price for this train route is around R 2 375. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Clifton Forge to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Clifton Forge to Chicago is 18h 32m, covering a distance of 806 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 32m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Clifton Forge to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Clifton Forge to Chicago?
The earliest train from Clifton Forge to Chicago departs at 16:53. And the latest train departs at 16:53.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Clifton Forge to Chicago was searched and found on 12 Apr 2026 with a price of R 1 069To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Clifton Forge to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 069 to R 8 528 for a train ticket from Clifton Forge to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 069, which is on 2026-04-12.
