IL → MI · about 126 miles
Chicago to Grand Rapids train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chicago to Grand Rapids. The fastest takes 4 hours 4 minutes; every train leaves at 6:30 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 4h 04m
- Leaves at
- 6:30 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:30 PM | 11:34 PM | 4h 04m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Grand Rapids The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Grand Rapids
Return trip: Grand Rapids to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Grand Rapids?
The fastest direct train takes 4 hours 4 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Grand Rapids?
Every departure is at 6:30 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Grand Rapids?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Grand Rapids leave from Chicago Union Station.