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Next departures for Chicago to Centralia on September 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	8:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	16h 8m	12:23am	Centralia Station
Train	8:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 28m	12:43pm	Centralia Station
Train	4:05pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	8h 18m	12:23am	Centralia Station
Train	4:05pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 29m	8:34pm	Centralia Station
Train	8:05pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	4h 18m	12:23am	Centralia Station

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Centralia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Centralia. The journey takes about 4 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 107, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 29mAverage Duration

245 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePLN 107 - PLN 107	Average Duration4h 29m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePLN 107 - PLN 906	Average Duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,477 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6477 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 PLN 107

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Centralia, IL, US 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 Chicago to Centralia?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Centralia start from PLN 107. The average price for this train route is around PLN 190. 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 Chicago to Centralia?
The average train ride duration from Chicago to Centralia is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 245 miles (394 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 28m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Chicago to Centralia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Chicago to Centralia?
The earliest train departs from Chicago to Centralia at 8:15am. And the latest train departs at 8:05pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/07

PLN 137

09/08

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Today

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09/10

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09/11

PLN 137

09/12

PLN 137

09/13

PLN 149

09/14

PLN 137

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Centralia, IL, US was searched and found on Sep 7, 2026 with a price of PLN 137

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

You can expect to pay from PLN 137 to PLN 696 for a train ticket from Chicago to Centralia, IL, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 137 which is on 2026-09-11.