Find trains 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.

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.

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.

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.

The cheapest way is to get a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, which can be as cheap as $77. 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 $143.