| Departure: | Washington, DC | 
| Arrival: | Chicago, IL | 
| Fastest route: | 17h 40min | 
| Distance: | 1100km | 
| Cheapest route: | $81 | 
| Transfers: | 0 | 
| Train companies: | Amtrak | 
One Passenger / One Trip
11:00am
Washington, DC
Washington - Union Station
10:00am
Chicago, IL
Chicago - Union Station
24h 0min
Amtrak
Cardinal
$101
4:05pm
Washington, DC
Washington - Union Station
8:45am
Chicago, IL
Chicago - Union Station
17h 40min
Amtrak
Capitol Limited
$81
          The Washington - Chicago route has approximately 2 frequencies and its minimum duration is around 17h 40min. It is important you book your ticket in advance to avoid running out, since $81 tickets tend to run out quickly. 
 The distance between Washington and Chicago is around 1100 kilometers and bus companies that can help you in your journey are: Amtrak.
          
        
The train journey may vary depending on the stops. The minimum duration is usually around 17h 40min to cover 1100 kilometers.
According to our data, the cheapest ticket costs $81 and leaves Washington - Union Station. You will not have to do any transfers, the trip will go direct to Chicago - Union Station.
The last train leaves at 4:05pm from Washington - Union Station and arrives at 8:45am at Chicago - Union Station. It will take 17h 40min, its price is $81 and the number of changes will be 0.
Yes, there are direct train routes, their duration is usually around 24h 0min and the price is $101.