IL → VA · about 632 miles
Chicago to Petersburg train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chicago to Petersburg. The fastest takes 21 hours 1 minute; the first train leaves at 5:35 PM and the last at 6:40 PM.
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- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 21h 01m
- First train
- 5:35 PM
- Last train
- 6:40 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Petersburg 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:35 PM New | 4:41 PM +1 day | 22h 06m | Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 6:40 PM | 4:41 PM +1 day | 21h 01m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Petersburg The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Petersburg
Return trip: Petersburg to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Petersburg?
The fastest direct train takes 21 hours 1 minute; the typical trip is 21 hours 1 minute.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Petersburg?
The earliest departure is at 5:35 PM (Sun) and the last at 6:40 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Petersburg?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Petersburg leave from Chicago Union Station.