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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Penn Station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak + NextGen Acela | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Penn Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Penn Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Baltimore
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Baltimore. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 283, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Chicago and Baltimore?
Chicago
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Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Train Companies
Based on 5789 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 495
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Baltimore by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Chicago to Baltimore?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Baltimore start from R 1 495. The average price for this train route is around R 3 723. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Baltimore?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Baltimore is 20h 51m, covering a distance of 973 km. The quickest train can get you there in 19h 17m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Baltimore route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Baltimore?
The earliest train from Chicago to Baltimore departs at 17:55. And the latest train departs at 21:30.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Baltimore was searched and found on 28 Apr 2026 with a price of R 2 577To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Baltimore as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 577 to R 25 408 for a train ticket from Chicago to Baltimore based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 577, which is on 2026-04-28.
