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

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

$585

Average price

$610

Fastest journey

1 d 2 h 49 m

Average duration

1 d 4 h 35 m

Trains per day

Distance

993 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA to Chicago, IL will cost around $610 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $585.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Richmond, VA to Chicago, IL without transferring at least once.

98 Silver Meteor · 49 Lake Shore Limited

04:52AM30h20

Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA

10:12AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL

$5851One-way

1 transfer

88 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited

08:23AM26h49

Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA

10:12AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL

$6351One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Richmond, VA to Chicago, IL

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €66, and a flight costs an average of €88.

Distance: 617 miles (993 km)

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Most popular Train	Flight	Bus
€181 Average price	€212 Average price	€102 Average price Cheapest
21h 52m Average total duration 21h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	21h 50m Average total duration 21h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular airline	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Richmond, VA to Chicago, IL train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, July 13

Last updated at 9:49 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
98 Silver Meteor · 49 Lake Shore Limited	8:52 AM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA	30h20	3:12 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL	1 transfer
88 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited	12:23 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA	26h49	3:12 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL	1 transfer
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Richmond, VA to Chicago, IL

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Trains from Richmond, VA to Chicago, IL run on average 9 times per day, taking around 21h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $153 (€123) but you can travel from only $83 (€66) 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 $83 (€66)

Distance

617 miles (993 km)

Average train duration

21h 22m

Cheapest ticket price

$153 (€123)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

21h 2m

First train

04:52

Last train

18:40

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $83 (€66)

Train companies: Amtrak from Richmond, VA to Chicago, IL trains

Travel between Richmond, VA and Chicago, IL from $239 (€192) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient trip for you.

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.

Richmond, VA to Chicago, IL train information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 25 h 22 min
Cheapest Price: $239

FAQs: Trains from Richmond, VA to Chicago, IL

FAQs: Travel by train from Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA to Chicago, IL.

Cheap train tickets from Richmond, VA to Chicago, IL can start from as little as $144 (€116) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Richmond, VA to Chicago, IL is $202 (€162); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Richmond, VA to Chicago, IL train time is 22 h 39 min covering the 616 mile (993 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Richmond, VA to Chicago, IL leaves at 4: 52 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Richmond, VA to Chicago, IL leaves at 6: 40 PM.

There are 8 trains a day from Richmond, VA to Chicago, IL which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

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

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 6: 40 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Richmond, VA to Chicago, IL is June.

You have options as you can travel to Chicago, IL from Richmond, VA 3 different ways: flight, train or bus.