How much does a train ticket cost from Chicago to Baltimore?

The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Baltimore start from £68. The average price for this train route is around £140. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Chicago to Baltimore?

The average train journey time from Chicago to Baltimore is 20h 48m, covering a distance of 604 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 19h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Chicago to Baltimore route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Baltimore?

The earliest train from Chicago to Baltimore departs at 17:55. And the latest train departs at 21:30.

Train Chicago to Baltimore from £74 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Chicago to Baltimore on 14 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 56m	15:36	Penn Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 30m	15:10	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 42m	15:22	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 56m	15:36	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 42m	15:22	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Baltimore on 15 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 56m	15:36	Penn Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 30m	15:10	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	Fastest
	Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d	19:41	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 42m	15:22	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d	19:41	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Baltimore on 16 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 37m	15:17	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 21m	15:01	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	Fastest
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 37m	15:17	Penn Station	No tags
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 37m	15:17	Penn Station	No tags
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 26m	16:06	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Baltimore on 17 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d	19:41	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 21m	15:01	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	Fastest
Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d	19:41	Penn Station	No tags
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 37m	15:17	Penn Station	No tags
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 37m	15:17	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Baltimore on 20 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 56m	15:36	Penn Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 30m	15:10	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	Fastest
	Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d	19:41	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 42m	15:22	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d	19:41	Penn Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 09:29 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Baltimore

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Baltimore. The journey takes about 21 hours and with fares starting at just £57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

21hAverage duration

604 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£57 - £268	Average duration21h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£68 - £1,179	Average duration20h 48m	CO₂ emissions 89kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Chicago and Baltimore?

Chicago

A
Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
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Baltimore

A
Penn Station
7 St Paul St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
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B
Baltimore Airport
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,727 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5727 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £68

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Baltimore by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Chicago to Baltimore?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Baltimore start from £68. The average price for this train route is around £140. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Baltimore?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Baltimore is 20h 48m, covering a distance of 604 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 19h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Baltimore route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Baltimore?
The earliest train from Chicago to Baltimore departs at 17:55. And the latest train departs at 21:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/01

£138

11/01

£151

Today

£122

13/01

£114

14/01

£103

15/01

£106

16/01

£144

17/01

£114

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Baltimore was searched and found on 14 Jan 2026 with a price of £103

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

You can expect to pay from £103 to £1,579 for a train ticket from Chicago to Baltimore based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £103, which is on 2026-01-14.