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How to Travel from

Chicago to District of Columbia

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Ronald
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$331.20
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Baltimore-Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$445.85
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Ronald
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$535.02

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Ronald
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.28–$305.73
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Ronald
Ave. Duration:
3h 44m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$101.91–$292.99

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Ronald
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$394.90
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$509.54
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Baltimore-Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$509.54
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Ronald
Ave. Duration:
4h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$535.02

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Baltimore-Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$56.05–$254.77

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Ronald
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$433.11
Plane from Midway International Airport to Baltimore-Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$407.64
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Baltimore-Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$369.42
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Ronald
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$382.16

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Rockville
Ave. Duration:
16h 36m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.43–$280.25
Train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to Washington
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.37–$70.06
Train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$89.17

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to Washington
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.56–$242.03

Amtrak Acela

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to Washington
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.66–$382.16

Maryland Transit

Phone:
1-866-743-3682
Website:
mta.maryland.gov
Train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to Washington
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.29–$10.19

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

Phone:
+1 202 466 3876
Website:
wmata.com
Train from Washington Dulles International Airport Metrorail Station, Silver Line Center Platform to Mcpherson
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.46–$7.01

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Washington
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$62.42–$382.16

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to District of Columbia?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to District of Columbia is to train which costs $70.65 - $239.13 and takes 17h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to District of Columbia?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to District of Columbia is to fly which takes 3h 33m and costs $108.70 - $434.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and District of Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to District of Columbia. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at E St NW+13 St NW via E St NE+Columbus Circle NE. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and District of Columbia?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to District of Columbia. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform via Rockville, Red Line Center Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 11m.

How far is it from Chicago to District of Columbia?

The distance between Chicago and District of Columbia is 988 km. The road distance is 1119.1 km.

How do I travel from Chicago to District of Columbia without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to District of Columbia without a car is to train which takes 17h 11m and costs $70.65 - $239.13 .

How long does it take to get from Chicago to District of Columbia?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Chicago to District of Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to District of Columbia bus from?

Chicago to District of Columbia bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to District of Columbia train from?

Chicago to District of Columbia train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to District of Columbia?

The best way to get from Chicago to District of Columbia is to fly which takes 3h 33m and costs $108.70 - $434.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70.65 - $239.13 and takes 17h 11m, you could also bus, which costs $54.35 - $326.09 and takes 18h 58m.

Where does the Chicago to District of Columbia bus arrive?

Chicago to District of Columbia bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Washington Union Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and District of Columbia?

District of Columbia is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 05:28 in Chicago and 06:28 in District of Columbia.

Where does the Chicago to District of Columbia train arrive?

Chicago to District of Columbia train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Rockville Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Chicago to District of Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to District of Columbia is 1119 km. It takes approximately 11h 36m to drive from Chicago to District of Columbia.

Where can I stay near District of Columbia?

There are 1478+ hotels available in District of Columbia. Prices start at $62.54 per night.
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