IL → MA · about 851 miles
Chicago to Boston train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chicago to Boston. The fastest takes 21 hours 54 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
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 21h 54m
- First train
- 8:30 PM
- Last train
- 9:30 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Boston. 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 | 8:24 PM +1 day | 22h 54m | Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 9:30 PM | 8:24 PM +1 day | 21h 54m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Boston The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Boston
Return trip: Boston to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Boston?
The fastest direct train takes 21 hours 54 minutes; the typical trip is 21 hours 54 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Boston?
The earliest departure is at 8:30 PM (Sun) and the last at 9:30 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Boston?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Boston leave from Chicago Union Station.