MN → IL · about 412 miles
St. Cloud to Chicago bus & train schedule
Amtrak and FlixBus run 21 direct buses and trains a week from St. Cloud to Chicago. The fastest takes 10 hours 13 minutes; the first departure leaves at 6:20 AM and the last at 6:32 AM.
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- Buses and trains a week
- 21
- Fastest trip
- 10h 13m
- First departure
- 6:20 AM
- Last departure
- 6:32 AM
Timetable
Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Stops | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:20 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 15m | Daily | Saint Cloud Metro Bus to Chicago Bus Station | FlixBus Full timetable |
| 6:32 AM | 4:45 PM | 10h 13m | Daily | St. Cloud Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in St. Cloud
Where buses and trains stop in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to St. Cloud
Questions
How long is the bus or train from St. Cloud to Chicago?
The fastest direct bus or train takes 10 hours 13 minutes; the typical trip is 10 hours 13 minutes.
What time is the first departure from St. Cloud to Chicago?
The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM (Daily) and the last at 6:32 AM (Daily).
Which bus and rail companies go from St. Cloud to Chicago?
Amtrak and FlixBus run direct buses and trains on this route.
Where do I board in St. Cloud?
Buses and trains to Chicago leave from St. Cloud Amtrak Station and Saint Cloud Metro Bus.