IL → MN · about 529 miles
Chicago to Detroit Lakes train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Chicago to Detroit Lakes. The fastest takes 12 hours 1 minute; every train leaves at 3:05 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 12h 01m
- Leaves at
- 3:05 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Detroit Lakes 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:05 PM | 3:06 AM +1 day | 12h 01m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Detroit Lakes The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Detroit Lakes
- Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station Map of Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Detroit Lakes to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Detroit Lakes?
The fastest direct train takes 12 hours 1 minute; the typical trip is 12 hours 1 minute.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Detroit Lakes?
Every departure is at 3:05 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Detroit Lakes?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Detroit Lakes leave from Chicago Union Station.