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How to Travel from

Philadelphia Airport to Chicago

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Philadelphia International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$271.74
Plane from Philadelphia International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$402.17–$815.22

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Philadelphia International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$239.13
Plane from Philadelphia International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
4h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$271.74

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Philadelphia International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$260.87
Plane from Philadelphia International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
4h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$652.17

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Philadelphia International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday
Estimated price:
$36.96–$173.91
Plane from Philadelphia International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$54.35–$173.91

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Philadelphia International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
2h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$380.43
Plane from Philadelphia International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$391.30

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from 30th Street Station to Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.30–$86.96
Train from Rockville Amtrak to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
17h 16m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$239.13
Train from Milwaukee to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.87–$76.09
Train from 30th Street Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
26h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$92.39–$304.35

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from 30th Street Station to Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.83–$206.52

Amtrak Acela

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from 30th Street Station to Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$34.78–$413.04

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Philadelphia to Harrisburg
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$7.07–$81.52
Bus from Philadelphia to Baltimore
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$6.52–$81.52
Bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
16h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$50.00–$304.35

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
16h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.78–$184.78

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Chicago is to fly which costs $34.78 - $173.91 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Chicago is to fly which takes 2h 46m and costs $34.78 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia Airport (PHL) and Chicago?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Airport Terminal A and arriving at Chicago Union Station via 30th Street Station, Union Station, Red Line Center Platform and Rockville Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 32m.

How far is it from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Chicago?

The distance between Philadelphia Airport (PHL) and Chicago is 1089 km. The road distance is 1220.1 km.

How do I travel from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Chicago without a car is to bus which takes 21h 10m and costs $65.22 - $271.74 .

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Chicago?

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Chicago train from?

Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train, bus or fly from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Chicago?

The best way to get from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Chicago is to fly which takes 2h 46m and costs $34.78 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65.22 - $271.74 and takes 21h 10m, you could also train via Washington, which costs $81.52 - $652.17 and takes 21h 32m.

What is the time difference between Philadelphia Airport (PHL) and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h behind Philadelphia Airport (PHL). It is currently 00:00 in Philadelphia Airport (PHL) and 23:00 in Chicago.

Where does the Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Chicago train arrive?

Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Chicago is 1220 km. It takes approximately 12h 36m to drive from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1249+ hotels available in Chicago. Prices start at $65.98 per night.
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