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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 | Harrisburg, PA | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Harrisburg, PA | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Harrisburg, PA | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Harrisburg to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 18 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 393, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5753 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 1 699
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Harrisburg to Chicago 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 Harrisburg to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Harrisburg to Chicago start from R 1 699. The average price for this train route is around R 2 829. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Harrisburg to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Harrisburg to Chicago is 20h 36m, covering a distance of 920 km. The quickest train can get you there in 19h 9m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Harrisburg to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Harrisburg to Chicago?
The earliest train from Harrisburg to Chicago departs at 05:00. And the latest train departs at 14:36.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Harrisburg to Chicago was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 234To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Harrisburg to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 234 to R 13 205 for a train ticket from Harrisburg to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 234, which is on 2026-02-03.
