Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Chicago on July 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	21h 3m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	12:47pm	30th Street Station	20h 58m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	21h 44m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:19pm	30th Street Station	21h 26m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	21h 44m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:19pm	30th Street Station	21h 26m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	21h 44m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:19pm	30th Street Station	21h 26m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Chicago on July 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	21h 3m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	12:47pm	30th Street Station	20h 58m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	8:15am	30th Street Station	1d 3h	10:25am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:19pm	30th Street Station	21h 26m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	21h 44m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:19pm	30th Street Station	21h 26m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	21h 44m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:19pm	30th Street Station	21h 26m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Chicago on July 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	21h 3m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	12:47pm	30th Street Station	20h 58m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	21h 44m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:19pm	30th Street Station	21h 26m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	21h 44m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:19pm	30th Street Station	21h 26m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	21h 44m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:19pm	30th Street Station	21h 26m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Chicago on July 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:15am	30th Street Station	1d 3h	10:25am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	12:47pm	30th Street Station	20h 58m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	8:15am	30th Street Station	1d 3h	10:25am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:19pm	30th Street Station	21h 26m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	21h 44m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:19pm	30th Street Station	21h 26m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	21h 44m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:19pm	30th Street Station	21h 26m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Chicago on August 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:29pm	30th Street Station	21h 16m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	21h 3m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	12:18pm	30th Street Station	22h 54m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10pm	30th Street Station	1d 12h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:18pm	30th Street Station	22h 54m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10pm	30th Street Station	1d 12h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:18pm	30th Street Station	22h 54m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10pm	30th Street Station	1d 12h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Chicago on August 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:15am	30th Street Station	1d 3h	10:25am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	21h 3m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	8:15am	30th Street Station	1d 3h	10:25am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10pm	30th Street Station	1d 12h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:18pm	30th Street Station	22h 54m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10pm	30th Street Station	1d 12h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:18pm	30th Street Station	22h 54m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10pm	30th Street Station	1d 12h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Chicago on August 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	21h 3m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	12:47pm	30th Street Station	20h 58m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	21h 44m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:19pm	30th Street Station	21h 26m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	21h 44m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:19pm	30th Street Station	21h 26m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	21h 44m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:19pm	30th Street Station	21h 26m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Chicago on August 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:47pm	30th Street Station	20h 58m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	21h 44m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:19pm	30th Street Station	21h 26m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	21h 44m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:19pm	30th Street Station	21h 26m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	21h 44m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:19pm	30th Street Station	21h 26m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	12:33pm	30th Street Station	22h 39m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 21 hours 33 minutes, and with fares starting at just MX$1,985, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

21h 33mAverage Duration

1068 kmDistance

97kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceMX$1,399 - MX$5,609	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceMX$1,985 - MX$29,674	Average Duration21h 33m	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,847 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5847 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at MX$1,985

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

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

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Chicago start at MX$1,985. The average price for this train route is around MX$4,097. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Philadelphia to Chicago?
The average train trip from Philadelphia to Chicago takes 21h 33m and covers 1068 km. The quickest train gets you there in 20h 42m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Chicago route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Chicago?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Chicago departs at 8:15am. The latest train departs at 9:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

07-26

MX$6,926

07-27

MX$5,888

Today

MX$5,118

07-29

MX$4,510

07-30

MX$4,760

07-31

MX$4,063

08-01

MX$4,689

08-02

MX$4,886

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago was searched and found on Jul 31, 2026 with a price of MX$4,063

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 MX$4,063 to MX$40,102 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 MX$4,063 which is on 2026-07-31.