How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Chicago start from R 2 899. The average price for this train route is around R 4 583. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Chicago?

The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Chicago is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 587 miles (946 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlotte to Chicago route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlotte to Chicago?

The earliest train departs from Charlotte to Chicago at 5:31am. And the latest train departs at 5:31am.

Train Charlotte to Chicago from R 2 781 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on June 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on June 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	1d 5h	10:25am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	1d 5h	10:25am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on June 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on June 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	1d 5h	10:25am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	1d 5h	10:25am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on June 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:19 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte 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 1 day, 1 hour 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 453, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

583 milesDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR 1 453 - R 5 055	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR 2 899 - R 19 620	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 86kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,820 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5820 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 899

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Chicago by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Chicago start from R 2 899. The average price for this train route is around R 4 583. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Chicago is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 587 miles (946 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlotte to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlotte to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from Charlotte to Chicago at 5:31am. And the latest train departs at 5:31am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

06/07

R 7 155

06/08

R 7 155

Today

R 7 155

06/10

R 6 443

06/11

R 7 155

06/12

R 6 154

06/13

R 5 815

06/14

R 4 934

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Chicago was searched and found on Jun 14, 2026 with a price of R 4 934

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

You can expect to pay from R 4 934 to R 33 669 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 934 which is on 2026-06-14.