Take the train from Chicago, IL, to Dallas, TX
The train from Chicago, IL, to Dallas, TX, lasts on average 33 h 4 min. Around 2 trains depart a day between Chicago and Texas, the average price is $165.49 and the lowest ticket pricing starts at around $107.74.
Amtrak, the largest passenger railroad service in the U.S.provides train service from Chicago to Dallas through the Texas Eagle route, the longest train route in the U.S.
With stops in multiple states, including Illinois, Missouri, Arkansas, Texas, Arizona, and California, passengers can enjoy comfortable seating on upper and lower levels of Superliner rail cars. Experience diverse landscapes, from historic sites in Illinois to the Mississippi River, the Ozarks in Little Rock, and the beautiful Piney Woods of East Texas. The journey lasts approximately 41 hours, and you can book four types of sleeping units.
- Roomette: A compact space with innovative storage options featuring recliner seats that convert into a bed and a pull-down bunk bed for two people.
- Bedroom: Twice the size of a Roomette, with a comfortable queen bed and an en-suite bathroom.
- Two-Room Suite: Provides spacious accommodations with seating during the day and beds at night, along with in-room sinks, restrooms, and showers.
- Family Room: Exclusive to Superliner trains, it accommodates up to four people with full-sized beds, fold-down bunks, hot showers, extra storage, a sink, and an enclosed lavatory.
Remember you must book the entire unit alone or with someone if you opt for the sleeping car. Also, the coach has comfortable reclining seats, perfect for getting some shut-eye, so give it a chance.o
Chicago Union Station, one of the busiest transportation hubs in the U.S., connects travelers to 15 Amtrak train lines and serves as a gateway to destinations nationwide. It also offers access to bus carriers and Metra commuter lines. It is located in downtown Chicago and provides convenient access to the Chicago Loop and nearby L lines. The station features amenities like phone charging stations, shops, and various dining options.
Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station in Dallas, located at 400 South Houston Street, offers essential amenities such as a ticket sales office, restrooms, and luggage storage. While the station does not have stores or restaurants, nearby dining options are available. The station is fully accessible and conveniently served by the DART light rail, Dartb bus, and the Trinity Railway Express.
If you are not there for the Dallas Cowboys, you are there for the culture. You can explore museums like the Dallas Museum of Art and the Nasher Sculpture Center within walking distance. The historic West End district and Klyde Warren Park are also nearby, a beautiful urban green space with food trucks, events, and recreational activities. You can also venture further downtown to visit landmarks like Reunion Tower or enjoy shopping at Dallas' numerous retail centers.
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