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Niagara Falls Ultimate Getaway Roundtrip from Chicago

$789 - 6 Days

• Chicago >
• Santa Fe >
• Grand Canyon >
• Flagstaff >

Found at the border of New York and Ontario, and comprised of three waterfalls—American Falls, Horseshoe Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls—Niagara Falls is one of the most awe-inspiring natural wonders on earth. On your six-day Ultimate Getaway Roundtrip rail journey from Chicago, you’ll see why millions of visitors flock to this famous cascade every year. Enjoy unbelievable panoramic views and the twinkling lights of Ontario from the revolving Skylon Tower restaurant and cruise into the basin directly in front of the Falls to experience the hypnotic mist coming off the water. Fun fact: Every 60 seconds, six million cubic feet of water rushes over the Falls. That’s enough water to fill a million bathtubs every minute! During this trip, you’ll also have the chance to visit world-class restaurants and wineries of the region, stroll through the Niagara Falls History Museum or botanical gardens, ride the Skywheel, relax at the spa, and walk across Rainbow Bridge. This is an Ultimate Getaway Roundtrip train vacation you’ll never forget!

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Highlights:

• 3 nights' hotel accommodations
• 2 nights on board Amtrak
• Niagara Adventure Pass*
• Skylon Tower Deck Admission
• Dinner at a popular local restaurant
• Roundtrip transfers from train station to hotel between Buffalo, NY and Niagara Falls, ON
• Roundtrip Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Chicago, IL on the Lake Shore Limited®

PERSONALIZE YOUR TRIP:

• Sightseeing city tours
• Dining Options

*Includes admission to the Journey Behind the Falls, Niagara's Fury, White Water Walk and a Hornblower Cruise to the Falls, and a 2-day WEGO bus transportation OR seasonally the Niagara Wonder Pass which includes Admission to the Butterfly Conservatory, Journey Behind the Falls and the Niagara Fury, also includes 2-day WEGO bus transportation

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Disclaimer:

Package prices are per person, double occupancy, tax included. Prices do not include rail from your hometown. Please call for pricing. Package prices are subject to change without notice, and all reservations are based upon availability at the time of booking. Amtrak travel is for Coach accommodations unless otherwise noted. Upgrades to Roomette or Bedroom accommodations on board Amtrak are available. Call for pricing. Other restrictions may apply. Activities referenced in the itinerary during free time are for suggested purposes only and are not included. Seasonal activity (if applicable): During the off-season, some tours may not be available. In this case, a similar tour will be substituted. Passports (if applicable): Passports are required when crossing the Canadian border. Amtrak and Amtrak Vacations are registered service marks of the National Railroad Passenger Corporation.

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Amtrak Guide

By train travelers for train travelers, amtrak in chicago: 20 popular train destinations with travel times.

Chicago is a great place to start an Amtrak trip. There are many destinations to choose from all around the country. Here are some of the most popular trips with travel times. Destinations are listed in alphabetical order.

Chicago to Bloomington

Bloomington, Illinois is just over two hours from Chicago via Amtrak train. Multiple trains travel between the cities each day. Choose between the Lincoln Service route or the long-distance Texas Eagle train, which has roomettes and bedrooms.

Chicago to Boston

The Lake Shore Limited train travels between Chicago and Boston daily. It’s an overnight trip with a travel time of about 21.5 hours.

Chicago to Champaign

The location of University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Champaign is about a two-hour train ride from Chicago. Choose from the Illini or Saluki Amtrak routes for coach seats, or book tickets on the City of New Orleans route if you prefer a roomette or bedroom .

Chicago to Denver

The California Zephyr travels between Chicago and Denver daily. This is an overnight trip with a travel time around 18 hours.

Chicago to Flagstaff/Grand Canyon

Head to Flagstaff on the Southwest Chief to see the Grand Canyon and other sights. Travel time is almost 32 hours and you’ll spend one night on the train.

Chicago to Indianapolis

The Cardinal train travels between Chicago and Indianapolis three times per week, with Chicago departures on Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday. Trip time is about 5 hours.

Chicago to Kansas City

Kansas City is about seven hours away from Chicago on Amtrak’s Southwest Chief route.

Chicago to Los Angeles

Amtrak travels between Chicago and Los Angeles daily on the Southwest Chief . It’s two nights on the train with a travel time around 43 hours.

Chicago to Michigan

Three trains depart Chicago and go to Michigan: Blue Water , Pere Marquette and Wolverine (which stops in Detroit). Popular destinations in Michigan with Amtrak stations include Ann Arbor, Detroit, East Lansing, Flint, Grand Rapids, Holland and Kalamazoo. Travel time ranges from two to six hours.

Chicago to Milwaukee

Chicago to Milwaukee is a quick 1.5 hour train ride on Amtrak’s Hiawatha train. There are multiple trains each day.

Chicago to Minneapolis

Amtrak’s Empire Builder route travels between Chicago and Minneapolis daily. Travel time is almost eight hours.

Chicago to New Orleans

An overnight 20-hour trip from Chicago, New Orleans is an easy getaway. The City of New Orleans train travels between the two cities and sleeping accommodations are available.

Chicago to New York City

Travel between two of the largest cities in the United States on Amtrak’s Lake Shore Limited or Cardinal routes. Trip time is around 20 hours on the Lake Shore Limited and 27 on the Cardinal. To view the beautiful New River Gorge, choose the Cardinal. Otherwise, both routes have sleeping accommodations and require a night on the train.

Chicago to Omaha

Omaha is nine hours away from Chicago via Amtrak’s California Zephyr train. It’s a day trip, but you can book a roomette or bedroom if you want private seating.

Chicago to Portland

Book tickets on the Empire Builder for a journey out to Portland, Oregon. Travel time is about 46 hours with two nights on the train.

Chicago to St. Louis

St. Louis is 5.5 hours away from Chicago on Amtrak. Choose from the Lincoln Service or Texas Eagle trains. The Texas Eagle has roommettes and bedrooms if you prefer privacy.

Chicago to San Francisco

San Francisco does not have an Amtrak train station, but Amtrak provides bus service from Emeryville, California. If you choose San Francisco as your final destination when booking your tickets, the bus transfer is included in your fare. Train travel time on the California Zephyr to Emeryville is about 52 hours and the bus ride is about 30 minutes to San Francisco. It’s a long trip, but the scenery is amazing along the way.

Chicago to Seattle

The Empire Builder train travels between Chicago and Seattle daily. Trip time is about 46 hours with two nights on the train and travel through the Montana Rocky Mountains.

Chicago to South Bend

South Bend and the University of Notre Dame is 1.5 hours away from Chicago via Amtrak train. You can book tickets on the Capitol Limited or Lake Shore Limited routes.

Chicago to Washington D.C.

The Capitol Limited route travels between Chicago and Washington D.C. daily in about 17.5 hours. You can also choose to travel through the New River Gorge via the Cardinal train . Trip time is longer however, about 23.5 hours.

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• Best Amtrak trips from Chicago
• Chicago Amtrak Station Guide

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Find train tickets to Chicago

Good to know, top tips for finding chicago train tickets.

• If you’re taking a train to Chicago, Union Station is the only train station in the city offering regional transit. All trains connecting with other cities in the United States and Canada leave from and arrive here. Get to and from Union Station using the CTA train system. It’s a great way to get around the city and the CTA Quincy stop is just half a mile away from the train station.
• When visiting Chicago, look up train tickets to Union Station in Chicago instead of arriving by plane. It’s probable this option is more affordable than flying in to the city. Not only is it more likely to be more inexpensive, but when arriving in Chicago you’ll find that the Union train station is already downtown. Arriving at Union Station can make getting around the city and to wherever you may be staying easier and avoids any airport hassle.
• If you’re taking the Amtrak to Chicago Union Station and you require accessible options of getting around, you have nothing to worry about. Chicago Union Train Station has an accessible entrance available at the main entrance on Canal Street. The station also offers elevators to get to the concourse from street level as well as assisted waiting and boarding areas in case you require extra assistance to get on or off the train.
• A great idea for traveling by train is taking a day trip from Chicago. There are a couple good options. Take a trip to Milwaukee, Wisconsin for example. There are plenty of departure and return times out of Union Station starting in the early morning until late evening. The trip is just about an hour and a half between cities and it’s definitely worth your while. Traveling by train gets you easily from one downtown to another.
• Looking for cheap train tickets to Chicago? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Chicago for the following prices or less: From Bloomington $27, from Milwaukee $39, from Champaign $44
• Chicago's most searched train station on KAYAK is Chicago Union. It is located 1 mile from the city center.
• You will generally catch the best train deals if you travel to Chicago in the afternoon.

FAQs when traveling to Chicago by train

What is the most popular train station in chicago.

Chicago Union is the most searched station in Chicago by KAYAK users.

Which train companies travel to Chicago?

Amtrak is the only train company serving Chicago.

How long is the train journey to Chicago from the closest popular cities?

Milwaukee to Chicago - 1h 19m Springfield to Chicago - 3h 19m East Lansing to Chicago - 3h 51m Kalamazoo to Chicago - 2h 19m Champaign to Chicago - 2h 36m Bloomington to Chicago - 2h 19m South Bend to Chicago - 1h 54m

Is there a train with access to the airport?

If you wish to get to and from the airport by train, the city has the L line train, part of the Chicago Transit Authority. This train offers direct access between both the Chicago O’Hare International Airport as well as Midway Airport, and downtown Chicago. These trains are part of the rail system to get around the city.

Is taking a train to Chicago a good option for work travel?

If you need to go to Chicago on business, traveling by train is a great option. The Amtrak to Chicago offers free Wi-Fi on board so you can comfortably get work done on your way in to the city. Furthermore, if you’re eligible and part of some specific memberships, Union Station has the Metropolitan or the Hiawatha Lounges at your disposal where you can find workstations.

Is it possible to store luggage at Union Station in Chicago?

If you’re taking a train to Chicago and wish to visit the city without the hassle of dealing with luggage, there is the option to leave your luggage at the train station. In the lounges you may pay for a day pass and then have access to the storage area. This is a way for you to arrive comfortably to the city and walk around without having to carry any suitcases with you.

Does a ticket to or from Chicago include a piece of checked baggage?

Depending on where you’re traveling to, you may or may not have a piece of luggage included with your ticket to Chicago. For the most part, the overnight trains to and from Chicago include one checked bag with your ticket. Nonetheless, when reserving your specific trip through KAYAK, it will let you know if there is luggage included in your train fare.

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