NC → IL · about 636 miles
Cary to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Cary to Chicago. The fastest takes 25 hours 12 minutes; every train leaves at 8:33 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 25h 12m
- Leaves at
- 8:33 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Cary 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:33 AM | 8:45 AM +1 day | 25h 12m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 8:33 AM | 9:45 AM +1 day | 26h 12m | Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Cary Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Cary
- Cary Amtrak station Map of Cary Amtrak station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Cary to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 25 hours 12 minutes; the typical trip is 25 hours 12 minutes.
What time is the first train from Cary to Chicago?
Every departure is at 8:33 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Cary to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Cary?
Trains to Chicago leave from Cary Amtrak station.