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Compare bus, train, and flight for Chicago, IL to Herndon, VA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Herndon, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $96. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $96, and a flight costs an average of $400.
Distance: 574 miles (925 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$162 Average price | $400 Average price | $96 Average price Cheapest |
18h 55m Average total duration 18h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 50m Average total duration 22h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to Herndon, VA
Trains from Chicago, IL to Herndon, VA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 18h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $162 (€132) but you can travel from only $96 (€78) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:20, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 574 miles (925 km) distance in 18h 25m.
Distance 574 miles (925 km) |
Average train duration 18h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $162 (€132) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 18h 25m |
First train 9:20 AM |
Last train 6:40 PM |
FAQs: Trains from Chicago, IL to Herndon, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Herndon, VA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Herndon, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chicago, IL to Herndon, VA
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
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