How much is the train ticket from Chicago to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia start at $128. The average price for this train route is around $278. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Chicago to Philadelphia?

The average train trip from Chicago to Philadelphia takes 21h 50m and covers 1068 km. The quickest train gets you there in 19h 19m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Chicago to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Philadelphia?

The earliest train from Chicago to Philadelphia departs at 5:55pm. The latest train departs at 9:30pm.

Train Chicago to Philadelphia from $144 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Chicago to Philadelphia on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:55pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 2m	5:42pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 2m	5:42pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Philadelphia on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 48m	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 48m	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Philadelphia on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:55pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 48m	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	5:55pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 48m	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Philadelphia on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 12m	4:52pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 48m	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Philadelphia on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 52m	4:32pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 52m	4:32pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 52m	4:32pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 35m	5:15pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 35m	5:15pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Philadelphia on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:55pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	5:55pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 2m	5:42pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $113, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

52bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

1071 kmDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$113 - $486	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$128 - $2,071	Average Duration21h 50m	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,625 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5625 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $128

Amtrak Chicago Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Delays was just too long

Merle A.

September 16, 2024

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA 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 Chicago to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia start at $128. The average price for this train route is around $278. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Chicago to Philadelphia?
The average train trip from Chicago to Philadelphia takes 21h 50m and covers 1068 km. The quickest train gets you there in 19h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Chicago to Philadelphia departs at 5:55pm. The latest train departs at 9:30pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-03

$345

12-04

$314

Today

$287

12-06

$354

12-07

No data

12-08

$264

12-09

$235

12-10

$284

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $235

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $235 to $2,268 for a train ticket from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $235 which is on 2025-12-09.