How much does a train ticket from Chicago to Philadelphia cost?

The average train ticket price from Chicago to Philadelphia is $154. The best way to find train tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Chicago to Philadelphia?

A train trip between Chicago and Philadelphia is around 22h 16m, although the fastest train will take about 19h 19m. This is the time it takes to travel the 664 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Chicago and Philadelphia?

The number of trains from Chicago to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Chicago to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Chicago to Philadelphia?

When taking the train from Chicago to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in Philadelphia?

Once in Philadelphia, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Eastern State Penitentiary, Liberty Bell, Citizens Bank Park, Please Touch Museum, National Museum of Jewish History.

Train Chicago to Philadelphia from $86 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Chicago to Philadelphia on October 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 48m	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 48m	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Philadelphia on October 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 10m	4:50pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 48m	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 48m	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Philadelphia on October 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 48m	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 48m	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Philadelphia on October 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 48m	4:28pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	5:55pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 1h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 48m	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 48m	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 10m	4:50pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Philadelphia on October 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 47m	4:27pm	30th Street Station	No tags
6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 47m	4:27pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Philadelphia on October 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 2m	5:42pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 2m	5:42pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Philadelphia on October 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 51m	4:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	19h 19m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	6:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 51m	4:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Philadelphia.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$61 - $294	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$91 - $396	Average Duration22h 16m	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

55bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

$61Cheapest ticket

27kgCO₂ emissions

Train Chicago to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$154

Average train trip duration22h 16m

Number of daily trains5

Earliest train departure5:55pm

Distance662 miles (1067 km)

Latest train departure9:30pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,505 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5505 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $91

Amtrak Chicago Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Delays was just too long

Merle A.

September 16, 2024

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Chicago to Philadelphia Train

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/02

$266

10/03

$281

Today

$323

10/05

$281

10/06

$228

10/07

$180

10/08

$248

10/09

$310

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Oct 7, 2025 with a price of $180

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $180 to $2,091 for a train ticket from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $180 which is on 2025-10-07.

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Train Travel Tips

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Philadelphia, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Chicago and Philadelphia, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Chicago to Philadelphia.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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