IL → IA · about 208 miles
Chicago to Fort Madison train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chicago to Fort Madison. The fastest takes 3 hours 35 minutes; every train leaves at 1:30 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 3h 35m
- Leaves at
- 1:30 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Fort Madison. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:30 PM | 5:05 PM | 3h 35m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Fort Madison The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Fort Madison
- Fort Madison Amtrak station Map of Fort Madison Amtrak station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Fort Madison to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Fort Madison?
The fastest direct train takes 3 hours 35 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Fort Madison?
Every departure is at 1:30 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Fort Madison?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Fort Madison leave from Chicago Union Station.