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 | Train | 30th Street Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Cheapest | ||||
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Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | 30th Street Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour and with fares starting at just $72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5637 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $98
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Chicago start from $98. The average price for this train route is around $165. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Chicago is 21h 44m, covering a distance of 662 miles (1068 km). The quickest train can get you there in 20h 42m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Chicago at 8:15am. And the latest train departs at 1:20pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $167To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $167 to $1,803 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $167 which is on 2025-12-14.
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