The cheapest and fastest trains from Chicago, IL to Glenwood Springs, CO
Cheapest price
£200
Average price
£200
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1674 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago, IL to Glenwood Springs, CO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chicago, IL to Glenwood Springs, CO will cost around £200 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £200.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chicago, IL for Glenwood Springs, CO every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 1674 km distance in an average of 1 d 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 1 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 d 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Chicago, IL to Glenwood Springs, CO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Glenwood Springs, CO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £117. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £117, and a flight costs an average of £194.
Distance: 1674 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£181 Average Price | £235 Average Price | £142 Average Price Cheapest |
25h 59m Average total duration 25h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 28h 19m Average total duration 27h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chicago, IL to Glenwood Springs, CO train times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Glenwood Springs, CO trains for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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5 California Zephyr | 20:00 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 25h36 | 21:36 Glenwood Springs Station, Glenwood Springs, CO | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to Glenwood Springs, CO
Trains from Chicago, IL to Glenwood Springs, CO run on average 2 times per day, taking around 25h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £165 but you can travel from only £117 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:40, the last at 14:00. The fastest train covers the 1674 km distance in 25h 36m.
Distance 1674 km |
Average train duration 25h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £165 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 25h 36m |
First train 07:40 |
Last train 14:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Chicago, IL to Glenwood Springs, CO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Chicago, IL and Glenwood Springs, CO from £117. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chicago, IL to Glenwood Springs, CO train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Glenwood Springs, CO by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Glenwood Springs, CO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chicago, IL and Glenwood Springs, CO
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Riviera Supper Club and Scratch Kitchen
- The Pullman
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1
- Hotel Colorado
- Glenwood Hot Springs Resort
- Courtyard by Marriott Glenwood Springs
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single platform for boarding and alighting from the California Zephyr train.
- Bus: RFTA (Roaring Fork Transportation Authority) services available
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