How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Chicago start from £32. The average price for this train route is around £44. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Chicago?

The average train journey time from Washington to Chicago is 6h 57m, covering a distance of 290 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 57m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Chicago route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Washington to Chicago departs at 13:03. And the latest train departs at 13:03.

Train Washington to Chicago from £30 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to Chicago on 4 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:24	Washington Station	12h 51m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
20:24	Washington Station	12h 51m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
20:24	Washington Station	12h 51m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Chicago on 5 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
13:03	Washington Station	6h 57m	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
13:03	Washington Station	9h 40m	22:43	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
13:03	Washington Station	9h 40m	22:43	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
20:24	Washington Station	12h 51m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Chicago on 6 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
13:03	Washington Station	9h 40m	22:43	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
13:03	Washington Station	6h 57m	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
13:03	Washington Station	6h 57m	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
13:03	Washington Station	9h 40m	22:43	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
20:24	Washington Station	12h 51m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Chicago on 7 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
13:03	Washington Station	6h 57m	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
13:03	Washington Station	6h 57m	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
13:03	Washington Station	9h 40m	22:43	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
13:03	Washington Station	9h 40m	22:43	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
20:24	Washington Station	12h 51m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Chicago on 8 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
13:03	Washington Station	9h 40m	22:43	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
13:03	Washington Station	6h 57m	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
13:03	Washington Station	6h 57m	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
13:03	Washington Station	9h 40m	22:43	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
20:24	Washington Station	12h 51m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Chicago on 9 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
13:03	Washington Station	6h 57m	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
13:03	Washington Station	6h 57m	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
13:03	Washington Station	9h 40m	22:43	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
13:03	Washington Station	9h 40m	22:43	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
20:24	Washington Station	12h 51m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Chicago on 10 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
13:03	Washington Station	9h 40m	22:43	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
13:03	Washington Station	6h 57m	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
13:03	Washington Station	6h 57m	20:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
13:03	Washington Station	9h 40m	22:43	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
20:24	Washington Station	12h 51m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 6 hours 57 minutes and with fares starting at just £32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

6h 57mAverage duration

290 milesDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£48 - £118	Average duration11h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£32 - £107	Average duration6h 57m	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,623 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5623 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £32

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, MO, US to Chicago by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Chicago start from £32. The average price for this train route is around £44. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Washington to Chicago is 6h 57m, covering a distance of 290 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 57m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Chicago?
The earliest train from Washington to Chicago departs at 13:03. And the latest train departs at 13:03.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

02/12

£30

03/12

£39

Today

£30

05/12

£51

06/12

£47

07/12

£30

08/12

£47

09/12

£35

The cheapest trip from Washington, MO, US to Chicago was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £30

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

You can expect to pay from £30 to £250 for a train ticket from Washington, MO, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £30, which is on 2025-12-07.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, MO, US to Chicago?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time11h 20m	Avg price£49	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time6h 57m	Avg price£44	Daily departures2

The best way to travel between Washington, MO, US and Chicago is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £44 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £32. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the train, as it will take you from Washington, MO, US to Chicago in about 6h 57m – that's the fastest way to get there!