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Trip Overview

The average train between Washington and Illinois takes 19h 35m and the fastest train takes 17h 48m. There is at least one train per day from Washington to Illinois. 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 35m
Duration
768 mi
Distance
$220
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Washington to Illinois train times

Trains run once daily between Washington and Illinois. The earliest departure is at 11:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Washington is at 3:57 PM which arrives into Illinois at 8:45 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 19h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    train train 17h 48m • Direct

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    train train 17h 48m • Direct

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    train train 23h 46m • Direct
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    train train 17h 48m • Direct

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    train train 17h 48m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    train train 17h 48m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    train train 23h 46m • Direct
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    train train 17h 48m • Direct

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    train train 17h 48m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Washington to Illinois? 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 35m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Washington Union Station to Chicago Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $190–450 and the journey takes 17h 48m.

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