How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Chicago start from $121. The average price for this train route is around $273. 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 Wilmington to Chicago?

The average train ride duration from Wilmington to Chicago is 23h 31m, covering a distance of 648 miles (1045 km). The quickest train can get you there in 20h 20m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Wilmington to Chicago route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Wilmington to Chicago?

The earliest train departs from Wilmington to Chicago at 8:45am. And the latest train departs at 1:25pm.

Train Wilmington to Chicago from $105 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Chicago on March 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:50pm	Wilmington Station	20h 55m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:58pm	Wilmington Station	20h 47m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:32am	Wilmington Station	23h 13m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	11:55am	Wilmington Station	23h 17m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:32am	Wilmington Station	23h 13m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Chicago on March 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:24pm	Wilmington Station	21h 21m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	1:25pm	Wilmington Station	20h 20m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	12:05pm	Wilmington Station	23h 7m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:32pm	Wilmington Station	21h 13m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:05pm	Wilmington Station	23h 7m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Chicago on March 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:24pm	Wilmington Station	21h 21m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	1:25pm	Wilmington Station	20h 20m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	12:05pm	Wilmington Station	23h 7m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:32pm	Wilmington Station	21h 13m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:05pm	Wilmington Station	23h 7m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:10 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington 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 23 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just $121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

23h 31mAverage Duration

648 milesDistance

95kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$80 - $409	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$121 - $1,337	Average Duration23h 31m	CO₂ emissions 95kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Wilmington, DE and Chicago?

Wilmington, DE

A
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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Chicago

A
Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,773 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5773 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 $121

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Chicago 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 Wilmington to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Chicago start from $121. The average price for this train route is around $273. 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 Wilmington to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from Wilmington to Chicago is 23h 31m, covering a distance of 648 miles (1045 km). The quickest train can get you there in 20h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Wilmington to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Wilmington to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from Wilmington to Chicago at 8:45am. And the latest train departs at 1:25pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/18

$251

03/19

$286

Today

$127

03/21

$253

03/22

No data

03/23

$251

03/24

$199

03/25

No data

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Chicago was searched and found on Mar 20, 2026 with a price of $127

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

You can expect to pay from $127 to $1,704 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $199 which is on 2026-03-24.