IL → ND · about 796 miles

Chicago to Minot train schedule

Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Chicago to Minot. The fastest takes 18 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
18h 01m
Leaves at
3:05 PM

Timetable

Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Minot 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.

Direct trains from Chicago, IL to Minot, ND
DepartsArrivesDurationDaysRail company
3:05 PM9:06 AM +1 day18h 01mDailyAmtrak
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Minot The route of the busiest trip

Return trip: Minot to Chicago

Questions

How long is the train from Chicago to Minot?

The fastest direct train takes 18 hours 1 minute; the typical trip is 18 hours 1 minute.

What time is the first train from Chicago to Minot?

Every departure is at 3:05 PM (Daily).

Which rail companies go from Chicago to Minot?

Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.

Where do I catch the train in Chicago?

Trains to Minot leave from Chicago Union Station.