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11 h 38 min
1117 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Washington to Chicago

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Cheapest
By car (1 117 km)
11 h 38 min
1117 km.
from $61
Fastest
Plane from Washington (Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport) to Chicago (Chicago Midway International Airport)
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Rideshare
11 h 38 min
1117 km.
from $14.57
Train, Plane (Train to Baltimore-Washington International Airport)
4 h 17 min
955 km.
from $147.91
Train, Plane (Train to Baltimore-Washington International Airport)
4 h 39 min
955 km.
from $180.52

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:
$103.26–$282.61
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$380.43

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
3h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$293.48
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$239.13

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$336.96
Plane from Washington Dulles International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$358.70
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$434.78

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$47.83–$217.39

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$369.57
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$402.17
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$315.22

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:
$70.65–$239.13
Train from Washington Union Station to BWI
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.43–$59.78

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:
$14.13–$206.52

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:
$18.48–$326.09

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:
$1.96–$8.70

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:
$3.80–$5.98

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Washington Union Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
18h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$53.26–$315.22

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Washington to Chicago is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs $108.70 - $434.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Chicago?

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?

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?

The distance between Washington and Chicago is 988 km. The road distance is 1118.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Washington to Chicago 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?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Washington to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington to Chicago bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Washington to Chicago train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Washington to Chicago?

The best way to get from Washington to Chicago is to fly which takes 3h 48m 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 40m.

Where does the Washington to Chicago bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Washington and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h behind Washington. It is currently 10:26 in Washington and 09:26 in Chicago.

Where does the Washington to Chicago train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Washington to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Chicago is 1119 km. It takes approximately 11h 35m to drive from Washington to Chicago.

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

Book your Washington to Chicago train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Chicago?

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