Chicago, IL to Fairfax, VA train with Amtrak

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Chicago, IL to Fairfax, VA

Showing times and prices for Feb 19

Cheapest price

$199

Average price

$202

Fastest journey

20 h 46 m

Average duration

22 h 33 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

937 km

Cheap tickets

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

Cheapest
Amtrak41 FloridianAmtrak+Amtrak41 Floridian171 Northeast Regional
06:40PM22h00
Union Station, Chicago, IL
05:40PMBurke Centre Station, Burke, VA
$1991One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
Amtrak41 FloridianAmtrak+Amtrak41 Floridian125 Northeast Regional
06:40PM20h46
Union Station, Chicago, IL
04:26PMWoodbridge Station, Woodbridge, VA
$1991One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
Amtrak41 FloridianAmtrak+Amtrak41 Floridian85 Northeast Regional
06:40PM24h03
Union Station, Chicago, IL
07:43PMWoodbridge Station, Woodbridge, VA
$1991One-way
1 transfer
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak41 FloridianAmtrak+Amtrak41 Floridian171 Northeast Regional
06:40PM22h18
Union Station, Chicago, IL
05:58PMManassas Station, Manassas, VA
$2001One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak41 FloridianAmtrak+Amtrak41 Floridian19 Crescent
06:40PM23h40
Union Station, Chicago, IL
07:20PMManassas Station, Manassas, VA
$2161One-way
1 transfer

Chicago, IL to Fairfax, VA train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Amtrak
41 Floridian
Amtrak41 Floridian
06:40PM Union Station, Chicago, IL22h00 05:40PM Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA1 transfer
Amtrak
41 Floridian
Amtrak41 Floridian
06:40PM Union Station, Chicago, IL23h40 07:20PM Manassas Station, Manassas, VA1 transfer
Amtrak
41 Floridian
Amtrak41 Floridian
06:40PM Union Station, Chicago, IL20h46 04:26PM Woodbridge Station, Woodbridge, VA1 transfer
Amtrak
41 Floridian
Amtrak41 Floridian
06:40PM Union Station, Chicago, IL22h18 05:58PM Manassas Station, Manassas, VA1 transfer
Amtrak
41 Floridian
Amtrak41 Floridian
06:40PM Union Station, Chicago, IL24h03 07:43PM Woodbridge Station, Woodbridge, VA1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to Fairfax, VA

Trains from Chicago, IL to Fairfax, VA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 22h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $150 (€134) 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
582 miles (937 km)
Average train duration
22h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
$150 (€134)
Trains per day
5
Train providers
1
Fastest train
22h 40m
First train
09:59
Last train
18:40
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

Train providers: Amtrak from Chicago, IL to Fairfax, VA trains

Find the best trip to Fairfax, VA from Chicago, IL with Omio's train partners Amtrak! You'll find the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains to Fairfax, VA from Chicago, IL, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

FAQs: Trains from Chicago, IL to Fairfax, VA

FAQs: Travel by train from Chicago, IL to Fairfax, VA 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 Fairfax, VA.
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Cheap train tickets from Chicago, IL to Fairfax, VA can start from as little as $101 (€91) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Chicago, IL to Fairfax, VA is $261 (€235); 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 Fairfax, VA is 21 h 53 min   to travel the 581 mile (937 km) long trip, with around there are 4 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Chicago, IL to Fairfax, VA leaves at 9: 59 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Chicago, IL to Fairfax, VA leaves at 6: 40 PM.
There are 4 trains a day from Chicago, IL to Fairfax, VA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Chicago, IL to Fairfax, VA train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip between Chicago, IL and Fairfax, VA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 6: 40 PM.
The cheapest month for a train from Chicago, IL to Fairfax, VA is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Fairfax, VA from Chicago, IL including taking a bus, train or flight.

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