Trains from Washington, D.C. to Chicago from $142

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Jul 22 — Jul 291

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Washington, D.C. to Chicago train information

Find information about ticket prices, popular stations, and train companies that offer trains from Washington, D.C. to Chicago

ROUND-TRIP FROM	$142
AVG TRAVEL TIME	19h 15m
TRAIN COMPANIES	Amtrak

The best round-trip train deal from Washington, D.C. to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $142

Average time it takes to travel by train from Washington, D.C. to Chicago

There is 1 train company servicing this route: Amtrak

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Washington, D.C. Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C. LortonWashington, D.C., 38.70814, -77.22094

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Washington, D.C. FredericksburgWashington, D.C., 38.298412, -77.45721

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Washington, D.C. AlexandriaWashington, D.C., 38.806503, -77.06233

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Washington, D.C. New CarrolltonWashington, D.C., 38.94778, -76.871666

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Washington, D.C. AberdeenWashington, D.C., 39.508446, -76.16326

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Washington, D.C. UnionWashington, D.C., 38.89731, -77.00626

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Chicago Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in Chicago

Chicago UnionChicago, 41.87864, -87.64025

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Book round-trip train tickets from Washington, D.C. to Chicago

Below are the quickest and cheapest round-trip train tickets from Washington, D.C. to Chicago that we could find in the past 72 hours. You can also search by a specific date by using the search form above.

Amtrak

Nov 3

2:43 pmAlexandria

19h 02m

8:45 amChicago Union

Nov 8

6:40 pmChicago Union

18h 25m

2:05 pmAlexandria

$142

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Amtrak

Nov 3

3:57 pmWashington, D.C. Union

17h 48m

8:45 amChicago Union

Nov 8

6:40 pmChicago Union

17h 30m

1:10 pmWashington, D.C. Union

$142

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Amtrak

Aug 17

2:43 pmAlexandria

19h 02m

8:45 amChicago Union

Aug 21

5:55 pmChicago Union

23h 32m

6:27 pmAlexandria

$244

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Amtrak

Aug 17

3:57 pmWashington, D.C. Union

17h 48m

8:45 amChicago Union

Aug 21

5:55 pmChicago Union

23h 49m

6:44 pmWashington, D.C. Union

$244

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Amtrak

Aug 14

3:57 pmWashington, D.C. Union

17h 48m

8:45 amChicago Union

Aug 21

5:55 pmChicago Union

23h 49m

6:44 pmWashington, D.C. Union

$268

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Amtrak

Aug 10

11:19 amAlexandria

23h 41m

10:00 amChicago Union

Aug 12

5:55 pmChicago Union

23h 32m

6:27 pmAlexandria

$268

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FAQs for booking trains from Washington, D.C. to Chicago

How long is the train ride from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

The most time-efficient journey by train from Washington, D.C. to Chicago currently available is 17h 40m. Depending on the train you select, the travel time may vary by up to 1h 35m. Consider Amtrak for the quickest available option to your destination.

Which train companies operate between Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

You can find train tickets for Amtrak which service this route currently. Amtrak is the cheapest option recently available with prices starting at $142 round-trip.

How far is Washington, D.C. to Chicago by train?

The straight-line distance from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is 593.1 mi, but the actual distance you’ll travel by train depends on the route taken. Most trains from Washington, D.C. to Chicago will get there in 17h 40m.

Is a train the fastest way to get from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

The quickest way is to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, which can be as quick as 1h 55m onboard Southwest. You can also get a train from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, or a bus from Washington, D.C. to Chicago which can take you longer to arrive at your destination.

Is a train the cheapest way to get from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

The cheapest way is to get a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, which can be as cheap as $78. A train from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is more expensive than a flight, with prices starting at $142. A bus from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is also an option, with an average price of $120.