Cheap train tickets from Chicago to Raton

Trains leave the station in Chicago twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Raton faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip. You can also take a train for your return trip from Raton to Chicago. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Chicago to Raton for £158.

The distance between Chicago and Raton is approximately 959 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 23 hours and 32 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 20 hours and 37 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

The earliest train departs Chicago at 7:40 while the last train of the day leaves at 13:30. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.

Trains from Chicago to Raton are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.