
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL





How long does it take to get from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL by train?
The journey from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL covers a distance of 1,070 km. On average, you can expect your journey to last roughly 22 h 47 min. However, booking the fastest option will see you reach your destination in approximately 19 h 40 min. For faster journeys, look for express routes. Please remember that these may only depart at certain times of day, or on particular days of the week. You may also find that you can go from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL faster by making connections, rather than taking a direct route.
When do the first and last departures from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL leave?
If you want to set off early, take the first departure of the day from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL, which usually leaves at 02:15. The last scheduled departure of the night is normally at 13:09. These timetables may vary depending on the day of the week, or at different times of year.
What are the stations on the Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL route?
Depending on the type of transport, and the provider you decide to use for your journey, you will be able to depart Philadelphia, PA from the following stations: Philadelphia, PA. Arriving at Chicago, IL, your route will pass through all or some of the following stations: Chicago, IL. Not all transport providers serve every station, so check in advance to see exactly where your route takes you. You may need to use another form of transport to get from one station to another or to your final destination when you arrive in Chicago, IL.
How many daily journeys are there from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL?
You will be able to travel from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL using companies such as Amtrak. Combined, these providers offer an average of 6.5 journeys each day. This average figure may not necessarily reflect your chosen travel dates. On certain days of the week, there may be more or less journeys available. At the busiest times, there will be up to 7 departures available in a single day. You can choose to travel from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL using both direct and indirect routes. These options will help you find a journey that suits your budget, your time frame, and the circumstances of your trip. There are, on average, 1 direct connections from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL each day. Indirect connections add more possibilities, giving you extra flexibility when traveling. In an average day, you will find 5.5 journeys with at least one change. These figures may vary at certain times of year, and some routes might not run every day of the week.