MA → IL · about 851 miles
Boston to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Boston to Chicago. The fastest takes 22 hours 22 minutes; every train leaves at 12:50 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 22h 22m
- Leaves at
- 12:50 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Boston 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:50 PM | 10:12 AM +1 day | 22h 22m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 12:50 PM | 11:12 AM +1 day | 23h 22m | Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Boston Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Boston
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Boston
Questions
How long is the train from Boston to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 22 hours 22 minutes; the typical trip is 22 hours 22 minutes.
What time is the first train from Boston to Chicago?
Every departure is at 12:50 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Boston to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Boston?
Trains to Chicago leave from Boston (South Station).