IL → FL · about 862 miles
Chicago to Jacksonville train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chicago to Jacksonville. The fastest takes 34 hours 52 minutes; the first train leaves at 5:35 PM and the last at 6:40 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 34h 52m
- First train
- 5:35 PM
- Last train
- 6:40 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Jacksonville. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:35 PM New | 6:32 AM +2 day | 35h 57m | Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 6:40 PM | 6:32 AM +2 day | 34h 52m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Jacksonville The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Jacksonville
Return trip: Jacksonville to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Jacksonville?
The fastest direct train takes 34 hours 52 minutes; the typical trip is 34 hours 52 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Jacksonville?
The earliest departure is at 5:35 PM (Sun) and the last at 6:40 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Jacksonville?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Jacksonville leave from Chicago Union Station.