The cheapest and fastest trains from Fredericksburg, VA to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$536
Average price
$536
Fastest journey
20 h 38 m
Average duration
20 h 38 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
952 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fredericksburg, VA to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fredericksburg, VA to Chicago, IL will cost around $536 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $536.
It's difficult to get from Fredericksburg, VA to Chicago, IL without transferring at least once.
12:07 PM20h38Fredericksburg, VA8:45 AMChicago, IL$5361One-way1 transfer
12:07 PM20h38Fredericksburg, VA8:45 AMChicago, IL$5361One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Fredericksburg, VA to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Fredericksburg, VA to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $108. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $108, and a flight costs an average of $181.
Distance: 591 miles (952 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$230 Average price | $200 Average price Cheapest | $231 Average price |
19h 31m Average total duration 19h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 15m Average total duration 18h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 50m Average total duration Fastest 7h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Fredericksburg, VA to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Fredericksburg, VA to Chicago, IL trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:23 PM Fredericksburg, VA | 24h22 | 2:45 PM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:07 PM Fredericksburg, VA | 21h38 | 2:45 PM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fredericksburg, VA to Chicago, IL
Trains from Fredericksburg, VA to Chicago, IL run on average 4 times per day, taking around 19h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $176 (€143) but you can travel from only $108 (€88) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:25, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 591 miles (952 km) distance in 21h 38m.
Distance 591 miles (952 km) |
Average train duration 19h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $176 (€143) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 21h 38m |
First train 8:25 AM |
Last train 6:40 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fredericksburg, VA to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fredericksburg, VA and Chicago, IL from $108 (€88). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Fredericksburg, VA to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fredericksburg, VA to Chicago, IL 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 Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fredericksburg, VA to Chicago, IL
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main street.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- The station consists of a main hall with adjacent platforms for Amtrak and VRE services.
- Bus: Several local lines available
- VRE: Fredericksburg Line
- 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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