Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Rome, NY | Chicago (Union Station), IL | ||||
| Train | Rome, NY | Chicago (Union Station), IL | ||||
| Train | Rome, NY | Chicago (Union Station), IL | ||||
| Train | Rome, NY | Chicago (Union Station), IL | ||||
| Train | Rome, NY | Chicago (Union Station), IL |
Get from Rome to Chicago
The journey takes about 17 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 285, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 6423 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 2 285
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rome, NY, US 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 Rome to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Rome to Chicago start from R 2 285. The average price for this train route is around R 2 988. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Rome to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Rome to Chicago is 17h 5m, covering a distance of 1009 km. The quickest train can get you there in 17h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Rome 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 Rome to Chicago?
The earliest train from Rome to Chicago departs at 18:07. And the latest train departs at 18:07.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rome, NY, US to Chicago was searched and found on 18 Aug 2026 with a price of R 2 437To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Rome, NY, US to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 437 to R 19 889 for a train ticket from Rome, NY, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 437, which is on 2026-08-18.
