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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | 30th Street Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | 30th Street Station | Fastest | ||||
Amtrak + NextGen Acela | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | 30th Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | 30th Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | 30th Street Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Philadelphia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 21 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $91
Amtrak Chicago Philadelphia recent customer reviews
Delays was just too long
Merle A.
Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $91. The average price for this train route is around $158. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Chicago to Philadelphia is 21h 50m, covering a distance of 662 miles (1068 km). The quickest train can get you there in 19h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Chicago to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Chicago to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Chicago to Philadelphia at 5:55pm. And 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.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Feb 4, 2026 with a price of $86To 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 $86 to $1,604 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 $86 which is on 2026-02-04.
