- Distance: 294.6 mi
- Duration: 6h
The average train between Chicago and Birmingham takes 6h and the fastest train takes 5h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Chicago to Birmingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Chicago and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chicago is at 5:50 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 12:41 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 6h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Chicago to Birmingham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago station and arriving at Birmingham station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 6h.
Chicago to Birmingham train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.
Chicago to Birmingham train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Troy Amtrak Station.
Book your Chicago to Birmingham train tickets online with Amtrak.
The distance between Chicago and Birmingham is 371.2 km. The road distance is 474 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Troy Amtrak Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $95–200 and the journey takes 6h 22m.
