NY → IL · about 711 miles
Albany to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Albany to Chicago. The fastest takes 16 hours 7 minutes; every train leaves at 7:05 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 16h 07m
- Leaves at
- 7:05 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station and arrives at Chicago Union Station. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:05 PM | 10:12 AM +1 day | 16h 07m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:05 PM | 11:12 AM +1 day | 17h 07m | Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Albany Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Albany
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Albany
Questions
How long is the train from Albany to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 16 hours 7 minutes; the typical trip is 16 hours 7 minutes.
What time is the first train from Albany to Chicago?
Every departure is at 7:05 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Albany to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Albany?
Trains to Chicago leave from Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak).