Trains from Chicago to Philadelphia from $144

Amtrak

With transfers

25h 56m

From $144

Train - Operated by Amtrak

Amtrak

With transfers

26h 32m

From $145

Train - Operated by Amtrak

Amtrak

With transfers

25h 56m

From $174

Train - Operated by Amtrak

Amtrak

With transfers

25h 56m

From $174

Train - Operated by Amtrak

Amtrak

With transfers

25h 56m

From $174

Train - Operated by Amtrak

Chicago to Philadelphia train information

Find information about ticket prices, popular stations, and train companies that offer trains from Chicago to Philadelphia

ROUND-TRIP FROM	$318
ONE-WAY FROM	$144
AVG TRAVEL TIME	25h 56m
TRAIN COMPANIES	Amtrak

The best round-trip train deal from Chicago to Philadelphia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $318

The best one-way train deal from Chicago to Philadelphia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $144

Average time it takes to travel by train from Chicago to Philadelphia

There is 1 train company servicing this route: Amtrak

Chicago Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in Chicago

Chicago UnionChicago, 41.87864, -87.64025

Philadelphia Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in Philadelphia

Philadelphia Newark StationPhiladelphia, 39.669691, -75.753508

Philadelphia NorthPhiladelphia, 39.997289, -75.155199

Philadelphia TrentonPhiladelphia, 40.218334, -74.755

Philadelphia 30th Street StationPhiladelphia, 39.955833, -75.181944

Book round-trip train tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia

Below are the quickest and cheapest round-trip train tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia that we could find in the past 72 hours. You can also search by a specific date by using the search form above.

Amtrak

Jun 27

5:55 pmChicago Union

25h 56m

8:51 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

Jun 30

8:15 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

26h 45m

10:00 amChicago Union

$288

Amtrak

Jun 20

5:55 pmChicago Union

25h 56m

8:51 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

Jun 30

8:15 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

26h 45m

10:00 amChicago Union

$318

Amtrak

Jun 18

5:55 pmChicago Union

25h 56m

8:51 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

Jun 21

8:15 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

26h 45m

10:00 amChicago Union

$348

Amtrak

Jun 8

5:55 pmChicago Union

25h 56m

8:51 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

Jun 12

8:15 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

26h 45m

10:00 amChicago Union

$405

Amtrak

Jun 4

5:55 pmChicago Union

25h 56m

8:51 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

Jun 7

8:15 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

26h 45m

10:00 amChicago Union

$420

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Book one-way train tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia

Below are the fastest and cheapest one-way train tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia we’ve found in the last 72 hours. Select a deal below or use the search form above to find train tickets by date.

Amtrak

Jul 2

5:55 pmChicago Union

25h 56m

8:51 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$144

Amtrak

Jun 27

5:55 pmChicago Union

25h 56m

8:51 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$144

Amtrak

Jun 25

5:55 pmChicago Union

26h 32m

9:27 pmTrenton

$145

Amtrak

Jun 18

5:55 pmChicago Union

25h 56m

8:51 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$174

Amtrak

Jun 15

5:55 pmChicago Union

25h 56m

8:51 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$174

Amtrak

Jun 15

5:55 pmChicago Union

25h 56m

8:51 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$174

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FAQs for booking trains from Chicago to Philadelphia

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

For this week, you can purchase tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia starting at $144 one-way. For this month, the average price of a ticket for this train ride is $198 one-way. When you’re booking trains from Chicago to Philadelphia, expect the price to fluctuate depending on when you book.

How long is the train ride from Chicago to Philadelphia?

The fastest journey time from Chicago to Philadelphia is 25h 56m. Amtrak is one of the fastest options available.

When should I purchase the train tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia?

Currently, train tickets prices from Chicago to Philadelphia are generally similar no matter when you choose to book them. Prices are $198 one-way on average.

Which train companies operate between Chicago to Philadelphia?

Amtrak are viable options. Check times and availability for Amtrak, as it was recently the cheapest train available traveling from Chicago to Philadelphia from $318 round-trip.

How far is Chicago to Philadelphia by train?

While Philadelphia is 663.6 mi away from Chicago, the distance by train is longer depending on the route. The train usually takes 25h 56m in normal conditions.

Is a train the fastest way to get from Chicago to Philadelphia?

The quickest way is to book a flight from Chicago to Philadelphia, which can be as quick as 1h 55m onboard Southwest. You can also get a train from Chicago to Philadelphia, or a bus from Chicago to Philadelphia which can take you longer to arrive at your destination.

Is a train the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Philadelphia?

Planning to book a flight from Chicago to Philadelphia can be a safe bet when looking for a low-cost deal to your destination. Currently, a train and a bus are priced higher than the cost of a flight. You can search prices for a train from Chicago starting at $318 to Philadelphia or a bus from Chicago to Philadelphia starting at $157 if that is your preferred method of transportation.

Amtrak trains from Chicago to Philadelphia

Our best Amtrak deals on Chicago to Philadelphia train tickets

Amtrak

Jun 27

ZUN5:55 pmChicago Union

25h 56m

ZFV8:51 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

Jun 30

ZFV8:15 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

26h 45m

ZUN10:00 amChicago Union

$288

Amtrak

Jun 20

ZUN5:55 pmChicago Union

25h 56m

ZFV8:51 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

Jun 30

ZFV8:15 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

26h 45m

ZUN10:00 amChicago Union

$318

Amtrak

Jun 18

ZUN5:55 pmChicago Union

25h 56m

ZFV8:51 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

Jun 21

ZFV8:15 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

26h 45m

ZUN10:00 amChicago Union

$348