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Trip Overview

The average train between Chicago and Baltimore takes 18h 22m and the fastest train takes 18h 21m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Chicago to Baltimore. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

18h 22m
Duration
808 mi
Distance
$599
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Chicago to Baltimore train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Chicago and Baltimore. The service departs Chicago at 6:40 PM in the evening, which arrives into Baltimore at 14:01:00. All services require a transfer at Rockville Amtrak and take an average of 18h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak18h 21m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak18h 23m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak18h 23m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak18h 23m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak18h 23m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak18h 23m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chicago to Baltimore? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 808.5 mi
  • Duration: 18h 22m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Baltimore, MD, USA?

You can take a train from Chicago Union Station to Baltimore Penn Station via Rockville Amtrak, Rockville, Red Line Center Platform, Union Station, Red Line Center Platform, and Washington Union Station in around 18h 29m.

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