Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Union Depot | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Cheapest | |||||
| Union Depot | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Fastest | |||||
| Union Depot | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | |||||
| Union Depot | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from El Paso to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just CLP 85,494, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5788 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 CLP 128,510
Frequently asked questions about travelling from El Paso, US 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 El Paso to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from El Paso to Chicago start at CLP 128,510. The average price for this train route is around CLP 156,412. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from El Paso to Chicago?
The average train trip from El Paso to Chicago takes 2d 3h and covers 2014 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the El Paso to Chicago route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from El Paso to Chicago?
The earliest train from El Paso to Chicago departs at 3:45pm. The latest train departs at 3:45pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from El Paso, US to Chicago was searched and found on Apr 18, 2026 with a price of CLP 180,621To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from El Paso, US to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CLP 180,621 to CLP 1,050,472 for a train ticket from El Paso, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 263,292 which is on 2026-04-20.
What's the cheapest way to go from El Paso, US to Chicago?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between El Paso, US and Chicago is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost CLP 156,412 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from CLP 128,510. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the train, as it will take you from El Paso, US to Chicago in about 1d 14h —that's the fastest way to get there!
