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The average train between Illinois and Washington takes 19h 23m and the fastest train takes 17h 30m. There is at least one train per day from Illinois to Washington. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

19h 23m
Duration
768 mi
Distance
$500
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Illinois to Washington train times

Trains run once daily between Illinois and Washington. The earliest departure is at 5:55 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Illinois is at 6:40 PM which arrives into Washington at 1:10 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 19h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    train train 17h 30m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    train train 23h 49m • Direct
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    train train 17h 30m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    train train 17h 30m • Direct

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    train train 23h 49m • Direct
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    train train 17h 30m • Direct

Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    train train 17h 30m • Direct

Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    train train 23h 49m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 17h 30m • Direct

Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    train train 17h 30m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Illinois to Washington? 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: 767.9 mi
  • Duration: 19h 23m

What companies run services between Illinois, USA and Washington, DC, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Washington Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $420–700 and the journey takes 17h 30m.

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