Trains tickets from Chicago to Jefferson City (MO)

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Next departures to Jefferson City

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Jefferson City
    Destination location: Jefferson City, MO
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Jefferson City
    Destination location: Jefferson City, MO
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Jefferson City
    Destination location: Jefferson City, MO
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Jefferson City
    Destination location: Jefferson City, MO
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Jefferson City
    Destination location: Jefferson City, MO
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Jefferson City.

Average Price$64 - $208Average Duration18h 45m
13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$65 - $147Average Duration10h 21m
48kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Jefferson City

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Jefferson City. The journey takes about 10 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
10h 21mAverage Duration
$65Cheapest ticket
48kgCO₂ emissions

Train Chicago to Jefferson City: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$90
Average train trip duration10h 21m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure7:15am
Distance330 miles (531 km)
Latest train departure9:05pm

Chicago to Jefferson City Train

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

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$61
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04/27
$81
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Jefferson City was searched and found on Apr 25, 2025 with a price of $61

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

You can expect to pay from $61 to $293 for a train ticket from Chicago to Jefferson City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $81 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 Jefferson City 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 Jefferson City, 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.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Chicago and Jefferson City, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Chicago to Jefferson City.

Did you know?

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.

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

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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