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Trip Overview

The average train between Washington and Downers Grove takes 19h 56m and the fastest train takes 19h 26m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Washington to Downers Grove. 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 56m
Duration
789 mi
Distance
$502
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Washington to Downers Grove train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Washington and Downers Grove. The service departs Washington at 3:57 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Downers Grove at 11:23:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 19h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra20h 26m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra19h 26m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakMetra20h 26m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakMetra19h 26m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakMetra20h 26m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakMetra19h 26m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Washington to Downers Grove? 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: 789 mi
  • Duration: 19h 56m

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Downers Grove, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Washington Union Station to Chicago Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $420–650 and the journey takes 17h 48m.

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