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04/23/2025
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Chicago, IL to Washington, DC by train

The journey from Chicago, IL to Washington, DC by train is 594.99 mi and takes 22 hr 52 min. There are 4 connections per day, with the first departure at 5:55 PM and the last at 9:30 PM. It is possible to travel from Chicago, IL to Washington, DC by train for as little as $97.09 or as much as $423.88. The best price for this journey is $97.09.

Lowest Price $97.09
Journey Duration 22 hr 52 min
Connection per Day 4
Lowest Price $97.09
Highest Price $423.88
First Departure 5:55 PM
Last Departure 9:30 PM
Distance 594.99 mi
Departure Chicago, IL
Arrival Washington, DC
Carriers Amtrak

Chicago, IL to Washington, DC Train Times

Departure date
Wednesday, Apr 23, 2025

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Best time to book Chicago, IL to Washington, DC travel

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Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $32.17 to $256.51 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 87% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Chicago, IL to Washington, DC

The cheapest Chicago, IL - Washington, DC train tickets can be found for as low as $129.94 if you’re lucky, or $175.69 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $283.23.

Find the best day to travel to Washington, DC by train

When travelling to Washington, DC by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Chicago, IL to Washington, DC CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
67.03kg
Bus
71.82kg
Flight
191.51kg
Car
153.21kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Chicago, IL to Washington, DC by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Chicago, IL and Washington, DC are 67.03kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Chicago, IL and Washington, DC? By taking the train between Chicago, IL and Washington, DC you will save 124.48kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 4.79kg compared to a bus and 86.18kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Chicago, IL to Washington, DC?
A train ticket from Chicago, IL to Washington, DC is $189.39. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $97.09.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Chicago, IL to Washington, DC?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Chicago, IL to Washington, DC is $97.09. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Chicago, IL and Washington, DC by train?
Chicago, IL to Washington, DC is 594.99 mi.
How long does the train between Chicago, IL and Washington, DC take?
Chicago, IL to Washington, DC is on average 22 hr 52 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 17 hr 25 min.
How many train connections per day go from Chicago, IL to Washington, DC?
Chicago, IL to Washington, DC has 4 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Chicago, IL to Washington, DC leave?
The earliest train from Chicago, IL to Washington, DC departs at 5:55 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Chicago, IL to Washington, DC depart?
The latest train from Chicago, IL to Washington, DC departs at 9:30 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Chicago, IL to Washington, DC in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $97.09 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Chicago, IL to Washington, DC?
There are on average 1 direct connection(s) from Chicago, IL to go to Washington, DC.
What's the fastest journey time between Chicago, IL to Washington, DC by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Chicago, IL and Washington, DC is 17 hr 25 min.
Is there a direct train from Chicago, IL to Washington, DC?
Yes, there is a direct train between Chicago, IL and Washington, DC.
What are the CO2 emissions for Chicago, IL to Washington, DC by train?
The train journey from Chicago, IL to Washington, DC creates 67.03kg of CO2 emissions.

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