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WAS — CHI
Dec 2 — Dec 91
1 adult
Sat 12/2

Best deals for train tickets from Washington, D.C. to Chicago

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Amtrak
With transfers
24h 01m
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With transfers
17h 40m
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With transfers
23h 41m
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With transfers
23h 41m
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With transfers
17h 40m
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17h 40m
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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

$166

ONE-WAY FROM

$83

AVG TRAVEL TIME

18h 44m

TRAIN COMPANIES

Amtrak
The best round-trip train deal from Washington, D.C. to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $166
The best one-way train deal from Washington, D.C. to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $83
Average time it takes to travel by train from Washington, D.C. to Chicago
There is 1 train company servicing this route: Amtrak

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
Washington, D.C. AberdeenWashington, D.C., 39.508446, -76.16326
Washington, D.C. FredericksburgWashington, D.C., 38.298412, -77.45721
Washington, D.C. New CarrolltonWashington, D.C., 38.94778, -76.871666
Washington, D.C. AlexandriaWashington, D.C., 38.806503, -77.06233
Washington, D.C. UnionWashington, D.C., 38.89731, -77.00626

Chicago Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in Chicago
Chicago UnionChicago, 41.87864, -87.64025

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
Jan 12
4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Union
17h 40m
8:45 amChicago Union
Jan 14
6:40 pmChicago Union
17h 25m
1:05 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Amtrak
Dec 8
4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Union
17h 40m
8:45 amChicago Union
Dec 11
6:40 pmChicago Union
17h 25m
1:05 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Amtrak
Dec 7
4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Union
17h 40m
8:45 amChicago Union
Dec 28
5:55 pmChicago Union
23h 49m
6:44 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Amtrak
Dec 19
4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Union
17h 40m
8:45 amChicago Union
Dec 23
5:55 pmChicago Union
23h 49m
6:44 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Amtrak
Dec 7
4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Union
17h 40m
8:45 amChicago Union
Dec 10
6:40 pmChicago Union
17h 25m
1:05 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Amtrak
Dec 8
4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Union
17h 40m
8:45 amChicago Union
Dec 10
6:40 pmChicago Union
17h 25m
1:05 pmWashington, D.C. Union

Book one-way train tickets from Washington, D.C. to Chicago

Below are the fastest and cheapest one-way train tickets from Washington, D.C. to Chicago we’ve found in the last 72 hours. Select a deal below or use the search form above to find train tickets by date.
Amtrak
Jan 12
10:59 amWashington, D.C. Union
24h 01m
10:00 amChicago Union
Amtrak
Dec 31
4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Union
17h 40m
8:45 amChicago Union
Amtrak
Jan 12
11:19 amAlexandria
23h 41m
10:00 amChicago Union
Amtrak
Dec 31
11:19 amAlexandria
23h 41m
10:00 amChicago Union
Amtrak
Dec 8
4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Union
17h 40m
8:45 amChicago Union
Amtrak
Dec 13
4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Union
17h 40m
8:45 amChicago Union

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

How much does a train ticket from Washington, D.C. to Chicago cost?

A ticket from Washington, D.C. to Chicago for this week starts from $132 one-way.

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 04m. 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 $166 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 2h 04m onboard United Airlines. 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 $166. A bus from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is also an option, with an average price of $141.


Amtrak trains from Washington, D.C. to Chicago

Our best Amtrak deals on Washington, D.C. to Chicago train tickets
Amtrak
Jan 12
ZWU4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Union
17h 40m
ZUN8:45 amChicago Union
Jan 14
ZUN6:40 pmChicago Union
17h 25m
ZWU1:05 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Amtrak
Dec 8
ZWU4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Union
17h 40m
ZUN8:45 amChicago Union
Dec 11
ZUN6:40 pmChicago Union
17h 25m
ZWU1:05 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Amtrak
Dec 22
ZWU4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Union
17h 40m
ZUN8:45 amChicago Union
Dec 28
ZUN5:55 pmChicago Union
23h 49m
ZWU6:44 pmWashington, D.C. Union

Popular train routes to Chicago

Most frequently searched train routes to Chicago, along with the cheapest price and shortest travel time.
Trains to Chicago from St. Louis
Fastest travel time4h 55m
Cheapest price$52
Trains to Chicago from Detroit
Fastest travel time5h 06m
Cheapest price$88
Trains to Chicago from New York
Fastest travel time19h 32m
Cheapest price$182
Trains to Chicago from Omaha
Fastest travel time9h 36m
Cheapest price$163
Trains to Chicago from Memphis
Fastest travel time10h 35m
Cheapest price$180
Trains to Chicago from Cleveland
Fastest travel time6h 46m
Cheapest price$110
Trains to Chicago from Indianapolis
Fastest travel time3h 30m
Cheapest price$80
Trains to Chicago from Syracuse
Fastest travel time13h 07m
Cheapest price$153
Trains to Chicago from Grand Rapids
Fastest travel time4h 08m
Cheapest price$96
Trains to Chicago from Milwaukee
Fastest travel time1h 19m
Cheapest price$52
Trains to Chicago from Rochester
Fastest travel time11h 43m
Cheapest price$153
Trains to Chicago from Pittsburgh
Fastest travel time9h 46m
Cheapest price$166

Other train routes from Washington, D.C.

Find and compare cheap train tickets from Washington, D.C. to other popular destinations on momondo
Trains from Washington, D.C. to New York
Fastest travel time2h 27m
Cheapest price$40
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Fastest travel time6h 35m
Cheapest price$74
Trains from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia
Fastest travel time1h 36m
Cheapest price$22
Trains from Washington, D.C. to Providence
Fastest travel time6h 04m
Cheapest price$72
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Fastest travel time0h 22m
Cheapest price$11
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Fastest travel time5h 53m
Cheapest price$146
Trains from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte
Fastest travel time8h 00m
Cheapest price$168
Trains from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland
Fastest travel time10h 48m
Cheapest price$180
Trains from Washington, D.C. to Charlottesville
Fastest travel time2h 17m
Cheapest price$105
Trains from Washington, D.C. to Cincinnati
Fastest travel time14h 32m
Cheapest price$171
Trains from Washington, D.C. to Fort Lauderdale
Fastest travel time22h 42m
Cheapest price$207

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