WV → IL · about 400 miles
Charleston to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Charleston to Chicago. The fastest takes 14 hours 16 minutes; every train leaves at 9:09 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 14h 16m
- Leaves at
- 9:09 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Charleston 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:09 PM | 10:25 AM +1 day | 14h 16m | Wed, Fri, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Charleston Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Charleston
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Charleston
Questions
How long is the train from Charleston to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 14 hours 16 minutes.
What time is the first train from Charleston to Chicago?
Every departure is at 9:09 PM (Wed, Fri, Sun).
Which rail companies go from Charleston to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Charleston?
Trains to Chicago leave from Charleston Amtrak station.