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Cheap train tickets from Philadelphia to Chicago

Showing times and prices for Sep 26

Cheapest

€139

Average

€141

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

12:42PM21h30

30th Street Station

10:12AMUnion Station

€1391One-way

2 transfers

01:03PM19h42

30th Street Station

08:45AMUnion Station

€1391One-way

1 transfer

12:36PM20h09

30th Street Station

08:45AMUnion Station

€1391One-way

1 transfer

12:42PM20h03

30th Street Station

08:45AMUnion Station

€1391One-way

1 transfer

12:05PM22h07

30th Street Station

10:12AMUnion Station

€1501One-way

1 transfer

Train schedule from Philadelphia to Chicago

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 26

Amtrak Northeast Regional

01:58PM20h14

Philadelphia

10:12AMChicago Union Station

1 transfer

Amtrak Acela

02:12PM18h33

Philadelphia

08:45AMChicago Union Station

1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Philadelphia to Chicago

	Distance	663 miles (1069 km)
	Average train ticket price	$1 (€1)
	Train frequency	2 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there is 1 direct train a day
	Train companies	Amtrak

Trains from Philadelphia to Chicago cover the 663 miles (1069 km) long trip taking on average 21 h 33 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. Normally, there are 2 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $1 (€1), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $1 (€1).

Train providers: Amtrak from Philadelphia to Chicago trains

Find the best route from Philadelphia to Chicago with Amtrak. Comparing schedules and prices and booking the most affordable journey has never been easier with over 1000 travel companies on Omio.

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 from Philadelphia to Chicago, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Philadelphia to Chicago train information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 25 h 45 min
Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Philadelphia to Chicago

FAQs: Travel by train from Philadelphia to Chicago 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 Philadelphia to Chicago.

Cheap train tickets from Philadelphia to Chicago can start from as little as $1 (€1) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Philadelphia to Chicago is $1 (€1); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Philadelphia to Chicago train travel time is 21 h 33 min for the 663 mile (1069 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Philadelphia to Chicago leaves at 8: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Philadelphia to Chicago leaves at 2: 13 PM.

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

When taking a train from Philadelphia to Chicago, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Chicago. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Chicago from Philadelphia and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

The cheapest month to travel from Philadelphia to Chicago by train is May.

Yes, you can take a flight to Chicago from Philadelphia.

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