The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, MO to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
6 h 57 m
Average duration
6 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
464 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, MO 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 Washington, MO to Chicago, IL will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, MO for Chicago, IL on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 464 km distance in an average of 6 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 57 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 6 h 57 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.
7:03 PM6h57Washington, MO2:00 AMChicago, IL$751One-way0 transfers
7:03 PM6h57Washington, MO2:00 AMChicago, IL$751One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, MO to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, MO to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, and a flight costs an average of $172.
Distance: 288 miles (464 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$90 Average price | $383 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 49m Average total duration 11h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, MO to Chicago, IL:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, MO to Chicago, IL costing on average $90 (€71).
A bus is $315 (€251) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, MO to Chicago, IL costing on average $383 (€306).
Other travel options to Chicago, IL take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 52m.
Bus takes on average 11h 19m.
Tickets start at around $90 (€71) compared to roughly $72 (€57) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-17.81 (€-14.20). The journey takes 6h 52m versus 5h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Washington, MO to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, MO to Chicago, IL trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:03 PM Washington, MO | 6h57 | 2:00 AM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, MO to Chicago, IL
Trains from Washington, MO to Chicago, IL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€45) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 288 miles (464 km) distance in 6h 57m.
Distance 288 miles (464 km) |
Average train duration 6h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€45) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 57m |
First train 7:15 AM |
Last train 9:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, MO to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, MO and Chicago, IL from $56 (€45). 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, MO to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, MO 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 Washington, MO 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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