IL → VA · about 552 miles
Chicago to Charlottesville train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Chicago to Charlottesville. The fastest takes 20 hours 40 minutes; every train leaves at 5:55 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 20h 40m
- Leaves at
- 5:55 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Charlottesville. 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 | 3:35 PM +1 day | 20h 40m | Tue, Thu, Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Charlottesville The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Charlottesville
Return trip: Charlottesville to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Charlottesville?
The fastest direct train takes 20 hours 40 minutes; the typical trip is 20 hours 40 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Charlottesville?
Every departure is at 5:55 PM (Tue, Thu, Sat).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Charlottesville?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Charlottesville leave from Chicago Union Station.