Train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Chicago on November 20
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
Train
30th Street Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
Train
30th Street Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour and with fares starting at just $75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

59bus per day
1d 1hAverage Duration
664 milesDistance
27kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$75 - $386Average Duration1d 1h
27kg CO₂e
Average Price$98 - $1,485Average Duration21h 44m
97kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago by train

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
11/17
$223
11/18
$186
Today
$167
11/20
$212
11/21
$183
11/22
$306
11/23
$360
11/24
$296
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $167

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

You can expect to pay from $167 to $1,515 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $183 which is on 2025-11-21.

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