How much is the train ticket from St. Cloud to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Cloud to Chicago start from $59. The average price for this train route is around $116. 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 St. Cloud to Chicago?

The average train ride duration from St. Cloud to Chicago is 10h 13m, covering a distance of 412 miles (665 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 13m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud to Chicago?

The earliest train departs from St. Cloud to Chicago at 6:32am. And the latest train departs at 6:32am.

Train St. Cloud to Chicago from $55 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Cloud to Chicago on April 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	10h 13m	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	10h 13m	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	12h 49m	7:21pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	12h 49m	7:21pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Cloud to Chicago on April 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	10h 13m	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	10h 13m	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	12h 49m	7:21pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	12h 49m	7:21pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:53 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Cloud to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 10 hours 13 minutes and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

10h 13mAverage Duration

412 milesDistance

60kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$58 - $259	Average Duration12h 15m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$59 - $415	Average Duration10h 13m	CO₂ emissions 60kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,787 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5787 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 $59

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Cloud to Chicago start from $59. The average price for this train route is around $116. 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 St. Cloud to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from St. Cloud to Chicago is 10h 13m, covering a distance of 412 miles (665 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 13m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from St. Cloud to Chicago at 6:32am. And the latest train departs at 6:32am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04/12

$105

04/13

$126

Today

$126

04/15

$81

04/16

$105

04/17

$126

04/18

$81

04/19

$155

The cheapest trip from St. Cloud to Chicago was searched and found on Apr 15, 2026 with a price of $81

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

You can expect to pay from $81 to $416 for a train ticket from St. Cloud to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $81 which is on 2026-04-15.