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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Union Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 minutes and with fares starting at just €58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Washington, DC, US and Chicago?
Chicago
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Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Train Companies
Based on 5749 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 €66
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Chicago by train
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How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Chicago start from €66. The average price for this train route is around €122. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Washington to Chicago is 23h 47m, covering a distance of 959 km. The fastest train gets you there in 17h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Chicago?
The earliest train from Washington to Chicago departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 15:57.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Chicago was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of €107To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €107 to €963 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €107, which is on 2026-01-25.