IL → ND · about 621 miles
Chicago to Grand Forks train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Chicago to Grand Forks. The fastest takes 14 hours 29 minutes; every train leaves at 3:05 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 14h 29m
- Leaves at
- 3:05 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Grand Forks 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 | 5:34 AM +1 day | 14h 29m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Grand Forks The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Grand Forks
Return trip: Grand Forks to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Grand Forks?
The fastest direct train takes 14 hours 29 minutes; the typical trip is 14 hours 29 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Grand Forks?
Every departure is at 3:05 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Grand Forks?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Grand Forks leave from Chicago Union Station.