Chicago, IL to Washington, MO train with Amtrak

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Cheap train tickets from Chicago, IL to Washington, MO

Showing times and prices for Jan 23

Cheapest

$131

Average

$165

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago, IL to Washington, MO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

09:30AM6h41

Chicago, IL

04:11PMWashington, MO

$1311One-way

0 transfers

07:10PM14h11

Chicago, IL

09:21AMWashington, MO

$1991One-way

1 transfer

Chicago, IL to Washington, MO train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, January 23

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Amtrak	09:30AM Chicago, IL	6h41	04:11PM Washington, MO	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak	07:10PM Chicago, IL	14h11	09:21AM Washington, MO	1 transfer
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Fastest train times from Chicago, IL to Washington, MO

Showing times and prices for Jan 23

Fastest Journey

6 h 41 m

Average

10 h 26 m

Trains per day

Distance

464 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Chicago, IL for Washington, MO every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

09:30AM6h41

Chicago, IL

04:11PMWashington, MO

$1311One-way

0 transfers

07:10PM14h11

Chicago, IL

09:21AMWashington, MO

$1991One-way

1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to Washington, MO

Trains from Chicago, IL to Washington, MO run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€43) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

288 miles (464 km)

Average train duration

7h 25m

Cheapest ticket price

$48 (€43)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

6h 27m

First train

07:15

Last train

20:24

Price information

Train companies: Amtrak from Chicago, IL to Washington, MO trains

Buy your official Amtrak train tickets to Washington, MO from Chicago, IL from $143 (€129) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular route.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey between Chicago, IL and Washington, MO, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Chicago, IL to Washington, MO train information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 6 h 41 min
Cheapest Price: $143
Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Chicago, IL to Washington, MO

FAQs: Travel by train from Chicago, IL to Washington, MO easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Chicago, IL to Washington, MO.

Cheap train tickets from Chicago, IL to Washington, MO can start from as little as $48 (€43) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Chicago, IL to Washington, MO is $100 (€90); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Chicago, IL to Washington, MO is 6 h 27 min to travel the 288 mile (464 km) long trip, with around there are 2 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Chicago, IL to Washington, MO leaves at 9: 50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Chicago, IL to Washington, MO leaves at 8: 24 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Chicago, IL to Washington, MO without having to change trains with Amtrak. There is 1 direct train from Chicago, IL to Washington, MO each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Take the Chicago, IL to Washington, MO train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey between Chicago, IL and Washington, MO as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 24 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Chicago, IL to Washington, MO by train is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Washington, MO from Chicago, IL including taking a train or flight.

Popular train stations from Chicago, IL to Washington, MO

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The major train station for departures in Chicago is Union Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Union Station for your trip from Chicago to Washington.

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