IL → NY · about 711 miles
Chicago to Albany train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Chicago to Albany. The fastest takes 16 hours 23 minutes; the first train leaves at 8:30 PM and the last at 9:30 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 16h 23m
- First train
- 8:30 PM
- Last train
- 9:30 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 PM New | 2:53 PM +1 day | 17h 23m | Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 9:30 PM | 2:53 PM +1 day | 16h 23m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Albany The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Albany
Return trip: Albany to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Albany?
The fastest direct train takes 16 hours 23 minutes; the typical trip is 16 hours 23 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Albany?
The earliest departure is at 8:30 PM (Sun) and the last at 9:30 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Albany?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Albany leave from Chicago Union Station.