IL → WV · about 421 miles
Chicago to Montgomery train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Chicago to Montgomery. The fastest takes 14 hours 7 minutes; every train leaves at 5:55 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 14h 07m
- Leaves at
- 5:55 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Montgomery Amtrak. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:55 PM | 9:02 AM +1 day | 14h 07m | Tue, Thu, Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Montgomery The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Montgomery
- Montgomery Amtrak Map of Montgomery Amtrak (Google Maps)
Return trip: Montgomery to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Montgomery?
The fastest direct train takes 14 hours 7 minutes; the typical trip is 14 hours 7 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Montgomery?
Every departure is at 5:55 PM (Tue, Thu, Sat).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Montgomery?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Montgomery leave from Chicago Union Station.