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Washington to Chicago Union Station

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.19–$331.68
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.84–$446.49
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.57–$561.30

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
3h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.19–$344.44
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$102.05–$280.65
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
3h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.43–$318.92

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$395.46
Plane from Washington Dulles International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.19–$420.98
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$510.27
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.84–$561.30

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$56.13–$255.14

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$204.11–$433.73
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$472.00
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.81–$369.95
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.57–$408.22

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Washington Union Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
17h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.92–$280.65
Train from Washington Union Station to BWI
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.38–$70.16
Train from Milwaukee to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.76–$89.30

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Washington Union Station to BWI
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.58–$242.38

Amtrak Acela

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Washington Union Station to BWI
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.69–$382.71

Maryland Transit

Phone:
1-866-743-3682
Website:
mta.maryland.gov
Train from Washington Union Station to BWI
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$10.21

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

Phone:
+1 202 466 3876
Website:
wmata.com
Train from Mcpherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.46–$7.02

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Washington Union Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
18h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$62.51–$369.95

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Washington to Chicago Union Station?

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Chicago Union Station is to train which costs $70.65 - $239.13 and takes 17h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington to Chicago Union Station?

The fastest way to get from Washington to Chicago Union Station is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs $108.70 - $434.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Chicago Union Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Washington Union Station station and arriving at Chicago Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Washington and Chicago Union Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Washington Union Station station and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 40m.

How far is it from Washington to Chicago Union Station?

The distance between Washington and Chicago Union Station is 990 km. The road distance is 1120.1 km.

How do I travel from Washington to Chicago Union Station without a car?

The best way to get from Washington to Chicago Union Station without a car is to train which takes 17h 40m and costs $70.65 - $239.13 .

How long does it take to get from Washington to Chicago Union Station?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Washington to Chicago Union Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington to Chicago Union Station bus from?

Washington to Chicago Union Station bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where do I catch the Washington to Chicago Union Station train from?

Washington to Chicago Union Station train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Washington to Chicago Union Station?

The best way to get from Washington to Chicago Union Station is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs $108.70 - $434.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70.65 - $239.13 and takes 17h 40m, you could also bus, which costs $53.26 - $315.22 and takes 18h 49m.

Where does the Washington to Chicago Union Station bus arrive?

Washington to Chicago Union Station bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Washington and Chicago Union Station?

Chicago Union Station is 1h behind Washington. It is currently 06:05 in Washington and 05:05 in Chicago Union Station.

Where does the Washington to Chicago Union Station train arrive?

Washington to Chicago Union Station train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Washington to Chicago Union Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Chicago Union Station is 1120 km. It takes approximately 11h 37m to drive from Washington to Chicago Union Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Washington to Chicago Union Station?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Washington to Chicago Union Station?

Book your Washington to Chicago Union Station bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Chicago Union Station?

There are 1259+ hotels available in Chicago Union Station. Prices start at $65.98 per night.
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