IL → WV · about 400 miles
Chicago to Charleston train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Chicago to Charleston. The fastest takes 13 hours 36 minutes; every train leaves at 5:55 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 13h 36m
- Leaves at
- 5:55 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Charleston. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:55 PM | 8:31 AM +1 day | 13h 36m | Tue, Thu, Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Charleston The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Charleston
Return trip: Charleston to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Charleston?
The fastest direct train takes 13 hours 36 minutes; the typical trip is 13 hours 36 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Charleston?
Every departure is at 5:55 PM (Tue, Thu, Sat).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Charleston?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Charleston leave from Chicago Union Station.