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Compare bus, train, and flight for York, PA to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from York, PA to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $174. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $174, and a flight costs an average of $281.
Distance: 584 miles (941 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$180 Average price Cheapest | $207 Average price | $341 Average price |
15h 45m Average total duration 15h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 45m Average total duration 17h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 23m Average total duration Fastest 5h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from York, PA to Chicago, IL:
A train is $27 (€21) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from York, PA to Chicago, IL costing on average $207 (€165).
A train is $161 (€129) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from York, PA to Chicago, IL costing on average $341 (€273).
Other travel options to Chicago, IL take longer:
Train takes on average 15h 15m.
Bus takes on average 17h 15m.
Live departures
York, PA to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for York, PA to Chicago, IL trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:36 PM York, PA | 19h09 | 2:45 PM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York, PA to Chicago, IL
Trains from York, PA to Chicago, IL run on average 4 times per day, taking around 15h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $174 (€139) but you can travel from only $126 (€101) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 584 miles (941 km) distance in 19h 9m.
Distance 584 miles (941 km) |
Average train duration 15h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $174 (€139) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 19h 9m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from York, PA to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between York, PA and Chicago, IL from $126 (€101). 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 York, PA to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York, PA 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 York, PA 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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