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The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL

Showing times and prices for Jun 24

Cheapest price

$382

Average price

$382

Fastest journey

19 h 9 m

Average duration

19 h 9 m

Trains per day

Distance

919 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL will cost around $382 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $382.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Harrisburg, PA for Chicago, IL on Tue, Jun 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jun 24 the direct trains cover the 919 km distance in an average of 19 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 h 9 m .

On Tue, Jun 24 the slowest trains will take 19 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

07:36PM19h09

Harrisburg, PA

02:45PMChicago, IL

$3821One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €97. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg.

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€219 Average price	€138 Average price Cheapest	€216 Average price
20h 38m Average duration 20h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	19h 30m Average duration 19h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 27m Average duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions	2.8 - 5.5kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL

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Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 20h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $192 (€157) but you can travel from only $119 (€97) by bus.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $119 (€97)

Distance

570 miles (918 km)

Average train duration

20h 8m

Cheapest ticket price

$192 (€157)

Trains per day

Fastest train

19h 9m

First train

10:00

Last train

19:36

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $119 (€97)

Train companies: Amtrak from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL trains

Amtrak trains will get you between Harrisburg, PA and Chicago, IL from $134 (€109). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Train information from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 19 h 9 min
Cheapest Price: $134

FAQs: Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL

FAQs: Travel by train from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL 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 Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL.

Cheap train tickets from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL can start from as little as $161 (€131) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL is $260 (€211); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL train time is 19 h 9 min covering the 569 mile (918 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL leaves at 4: 53 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL leaves at 9: 30 PM.

There are 2 trains a day from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the trip from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL you can take a train with Amtrak. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services to Chicago, IL from Harrisburg, PA on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 30 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL is March.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL including taking a train, bus or flight.