IL → VA · about 501 miles
Chicago to Clifton Forge train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Chicago to Clifton Forge. The fastest takes 18 hours 14 minutes; every train leaves at 5:55 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 18h 14m
- Leaves at
- 5:55 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Clifton Forge 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:55 PM | 1:09 PM +1 day | 18h 14m | Tue, Thu, Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Clifton Forge The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Clifton Forge
- Clifton Forge Amtrak Station Map of Clifton Forge Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Clifton Forge to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Clifton Forge?
The fastest direct train takes 18 hours 14 minutes; the typical trip is 18 hours 14 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Clifton Forge?
Every departure is at 5:55 PM (Tue, Thu, Sat).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Clifton Forge?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Clifton Forge leave from Chicago Union Station.