IL → NM · about 1,125 miles
Chicago to Albuquerque train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chicago to Albuquerque. The fastest takes 25 hours 54 minutes; every train leaves at 1:30 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 25h 54m
- Leaves at
- 1:30 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Center. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:30 PM | 2:24 PM +1 day | 25h 54m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Albuquerque The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Albuquerque
Return trip: Albuquerque to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Albuquerque?
The fastest direct train takes 25 hours 54 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Albuquerque?
Every departure is at 1:30 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Albuquerque?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Albuquerque leave from Chicago Union Station.