VA → IL · about 597 miles
Alexandria to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 10 direct trains a week from Alexandria to Chicago. The fastest takes 19 hours 2 minutes; the first train leaves at 11:59 AM and the last at 2:43 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 10
- Fastest trip
- 19h 02m
- First train
- 11:59 AM
- Last train
- 2:43 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Alexandria 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:59 AM | 10:25 AM +1 day | 23h 26m | Wed, Fri, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:43 PM | 8:45 AM +1 day | 19h 02m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:43 PM | 9:45 AM +1 day | 20h 02m | Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Alexandria Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Alexandria
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Alexandria
Questions
How long is the train from Alexandria to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 19 hours 2 minutes; the typical trip is 20 hours 2 minutes.
What time is the first train from Alexandria to Chicago?
The earliest departure is at 11:59 AM (Wed, Fri, Sun) and the last at 2:43 PM (Sun).
Which rail companies go from Alexandria to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Alexandria?
Trains to Chicago leave from Alexandria Amtrak station.