Is there a famous train station in Chicago?

Best known for its majestic Great Hall, often bathed in soft light, Chicago Union Station is the hub for mid-western corridor services and national network trains serving the west.



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One of the attractions that visitors to the city should not skip is Chicago Union Station. It is definitely among some of the most beautiful train stations around the globe and has both history and beauty to explore. Visitors should unquestionably include this location on their itinerary for Chicago.

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The following Amtrak routes depart from Chicago Union Station:
  • Blue Water (Michigan)
  • California Zephyr (West/Rocky Mountains)
  • Capitol Limited (East/Midwest/DC)
  • Cardinal (East/Midwest/DC)
  • Carl Sandburg (Illinois)
  • City of New Orleans (South)
  • Empire Builder (West/Upper Midwest)
  • Hiawatha (Milwaukee)


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Chicago Union Station is the size of nearly 10 city blocks, is the third-busiest rail terminal in the United States, and is Amtrak's overall fourth busiest station, serving about 140,000 passengers on an average weekday.

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Explore Chicago on the 'L' train. Become the ultimate urban explorer and tour Chicago by 'L' train, part of the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA). It's easy to navigate, kind to your wallet, and gives you the chance to see the city from one end to the other.

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Local rail service However, two Chicago L stations are within walking distance of Union Station. Metra's other three downtown terminals – the Ogilvie Transportation Center, LaSalle Street Station and Millennium Station – are all within walking distance of Union Station.

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Connecting Chicago Since 1882 The Belt Railway is the largest intermediate switching terminal railroad in the United States, employing approximately 450 people.

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Chicago 'L' Stop Accolades
  • Most Dangerous L Stop: Belmont Red Line.
  • Stop With Most Assault and Batteries: Belmont Red Line.
  • Stop with most Robbery and Burglaries: State/Lake Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple Line.
  • Stop with Most Sex Crimes: Tied: Belmont Red, Argle Red, Grand Red, Washington Blue.


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Take the Red line to the Grand or Chicago stop. Exit and walk east approximately two blocks to Michigan Avenue.

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Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) Two lines operate 24/7: the Blue Line, which connects Chicago O'Hare International Airport and downtown, and the Red Line, with service between the North and South Sides via downtown.

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You should be fine on the Blue Line. I have always taken the train, inexpensive and avoids the traffic you'll see out the train window. Permit me to add -- one of the best parts of riding the Blue Line from O'Hare is watching all the cars stuck in traffic as you whiz by.

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The Zephyr runs between Chicago and San Francisco, coursing through the plains of Nebraska to Denver, across the Rockies to Salt Lake City, and then through Reno and Sacramento into Emeryville/San Francisco. Connections in to San Francisco and Oakland stations via Thruway Bus Service at Emeryville, California.

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The Southwest Chief runs between Chicago and Los Angeles, through the vast expanse of the fabled American West. You'll be mesmerized by this region's beauty and allure. We'll take you across the mighty Mississippi through eight states — past wheat fields and ranches, missions and pueblos, mountains and deserts.

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Amtrak does, in fact, offer scenic, luxury rail journeys to top locations across the U.S., especially if you are looking for some vacation deals.

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Train travel is much simpler, as there is no TSA PreCheck® or CLEAR equivalent for Amtrak. Amtrak trains offer private rooms, more legroom, more space from your fellow passengers, more comfortable seats, and more food & beverage options.

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