The cheapest and fastest trains from Oklahoma City, OK to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
£127
Average price
£155
Fastest journey
17 h 52 m
Average duration
20 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oklahoma City, OK to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oklahoma City, OK to Chicago, IL will cost around £155 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £127.
Of the 2 trains that leave Oklahoma City, OK for Chicago, IL every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 1111 km distance in an average of 20 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 22 h 10 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.
3:5022h10Oklahoma City, OK2:00Chicago, IL£1271One-way0 changes
2:5017h52Oklahoma City, OK20:42Chicago, IL£1841One-way0 changes
2:5017h52Oklahoma City, OK20:42Chicago, IL£1841One-way0 changes
3:5022h10Oklahoma City, OK2:00Chicago, IL£1271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Oklahoma City, OK to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oklahoma City, OK to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £65, and a flight costs an average of £117.
Distance: 1111 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£161 Average Price | £141 Average Price Cheapest | £301 Average Price |
19h 43m Average total duration 19h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 54m Average total duration 19h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | 3.3 - 6.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Oklahoma City, OK to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Oklahoma City, OK to Chicago, IL trains for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8904 AMTRAK · 4 Southwest Chief | 21:45 Oklahoma City Station, Oklahoma City, OK | 17h44 | 15:29 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 change | |
8904 AMTRAK · 4 Southwest Chief · 318 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner | 21:45 Oklahoma City Station, Oklahoma City, OK | 22h15 | 20:00 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 2 changes | |
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![]() | 2:50 Oklahoma City, OK | 17h52 | 20:42 Chicago, IL | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:50 Oklahoma City, OK | 22h10 | 2:00 Chicago, IL | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oklahoma City, OK to Chicago, IL
Trains from Oklahoma City, OK to Chicago, IL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 19h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £105 but you can travel from only £65 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:25, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 1111 km distance in 16h 52m.
Distance 1111 km |
Average train duration 19h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £105 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 16h 52m |
First train 8:25 |
Last train 21:50 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Oklahoma City, OK to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Oklahoma City, OK and Chicago, IL from £65. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oklahoma City, OK to Chicago, IL train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oklahoma City, OK to Chicago, IL 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 Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oklahoma City, OK and Chicago, IL
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with hourly and daily rates.
- Bricktown Brewery
- Vast
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Courtyard Oklahoma City Downtown
- Sheraton Oklahoma City Downtown Hotel
- The Skirvin Hilton Oklahoma City
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms
- Bus: EMBARK Bus Route 011
- Streetcar: Oklahoma City Streetcar
- 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
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