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Next departures to Appleton

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Appleton
    Destination location: Appleton
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Appleton
    Destination location: Appleton
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Appleton
    Destination location: Appleton
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Appleton
    Destination location: Appleton
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Appleton.

Average Price$32 - $95Average Duration10h 10m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$52 - $69Average Duration4h 15m
25kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Appleton

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Appleton. The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
4h 15mAverage Duration
$52Cheapest ticket
25kgCO₂ emissions

Train Chicago to Appleton: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$62
Average train trip duration4h 15m
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure8:25am
Distance169 miles (272 km)
Latest train departure5:08pm

Chicago to Appleton Train

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

Best price found
04/23
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04/24
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Today
$49
04/26
$55
04/27
$49
04/28
$49
04/29
$49
04/30
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Appleton was searched and found on Apr 25, 2025 with a price of $49

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

You can expect to pay from $49 to $82 for a train ticket from Chicago to Appleton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2025-04-27.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Chicago to Appleton is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Appleton, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Chicago and Appleton, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Chicago to Appleton, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Appleton?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Chicago and Appleton is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $62 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $52. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Appleton, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to Appleton in about 4h 15m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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