The cheapest and fastest trains from Glenview, IL to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$229
Average price
$229
Fastest journey
19 h 14 m
Average duration
19 h 14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
975 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glenview, IL to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glenview, IL to Washington, DC will cost around $229 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $229.
It's difficult to get from Glenview, IL to Washington, DC without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Glenview, IL to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glenview, IL to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €189. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 19h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €189, and a bus costs an average of €238.
Distance: 605 miles (975 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€189 Average price Cheapest | €239 Average price |
19h 46m Average total duration Fastest 19h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27h 1m Average total duration 26h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glenview, IL to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Glenview, IL to Washington, DC trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:51 PM Glenview, IL | 19h14 | 1:05 PM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glenview, IL to Washington, DC
Trains from Glenview, IL to Washington, DC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 19h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $231 (€189) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 10:32, the last at 10:32. The fastest train covers the 605 miles (975 km) distance in 19h 14m.
Distance 605 miles (975 km) |
Average train duration 19h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $231 (€189) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 19h 14m |
First train 10:32 |
Last train 10:32 |
Train companies: Metra from Glenview, IL to Washington, DC trainsMetra trains will get you between Glenview, IL and Washington, DC from $231 (€189). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Glenview, IL to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glenview, IL to Washington, DC by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glenview, IL to Washington, DC
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station entrance.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main entrance with access to platforms 1 and 2 for Metra and Amtrak services.
- Pace Routes: 210, 422, 423
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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