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Compare bus for Herndon, VA to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Herndon, VA to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $95. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $95, and a flight costs an average of $161.
Distance: 574 miles (925 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$136 Average price | $161 Average price | $95 Average price Cheapest |
23h 38m Average total duration 23h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 35m Average total duration 20h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Herndon, VA to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Herndon, VA to Chicago, IL trains for today, Friday, May 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:52 PM Herndon, VA | 23h08 | 4:00 PM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Herndon, VA to Chicago, IL
Trains from Herndon, VA to Chicago, IL run on average 10 times per day, taking around 23h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $136 (€109) but you can travel from only $95 (€76) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:20, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 574 miles (925 km) distance in 23h 8m.
Distance 574 miles (925 km) |
Average train duration 23h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $136 (€109) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 23h 8m |
First train 9:20 AM |
Last train 6:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Trains from Herndon, VA to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Herndon, VA to Chicago, IL 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 Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Herndon, VA to Chicago, IL
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
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