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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Harpers Ferry, WV | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Harpers Ferry, WV | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Get from Harpers Ferry to Chicago
The journey takes about 16 hours 37 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 900, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5639 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 R 1 900
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Harpers Ferry to Chicago by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Harpers Ferry to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Harpers Ferry to Chicago start from R 1 900. The average price for this train route is around R 3 260. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Harpers Ferry to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Harpers Ferry to Chicago is 16h 37m, covering a distance of 883 km. The quickest train can get you there in 16h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Harpers Ferry to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Harpers Ferry to Chicago?
The earliest train from Harpers Ferry to Chicago departs at 17:08. And the latest train departs at 17:08.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Harpers Ferry to Chicago was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 816To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Harpers Ferry to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 816 to R 8 783 for a train ticket from Harpers Ferry to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 816, which is on 2025-12-15.
