The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Glenview, IL
Cheapest price
$227
Average price
$227
Fastest journey
19 h 6 m
Average duration
19 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
975 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Glenview, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to Glenview, IL will cost around $227 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $227.
It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to Glenview, IL without transferring at least once.


Live departures
Washington, DC to Glenview, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Glenview, IL trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:05 PM Washington, DC | 18h08 | 10:13 AM Glenview, IL | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Glenview, IL
Distance 605 miles (975 km) |
Average train duration 18h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $228 (€186) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 18h 8m |
First train 10:59 |
Last train 16:05 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Washington, DC to Glenview, IL start from as low as $228 (€186) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $228 (€186) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Glenview, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Glenview, IL from $228 (€186). 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 Washington, DC to Glenview, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Glenview, 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 Glenview, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Glenview, IL
- 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
- 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
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