IL → UT · about 1,257 miles
Chicago to Salt Lake City train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chicago to Salt Lake City. The fastest takes 34 hours 15 minutes; every train leaves at 2:00 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 34h 15m
- Leaves at
- 2:00 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Salt Lake City. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:00 PM | 11:15 PM +1 day | 34h 15m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:00 PM | 11:28 PM +1 day | 34h 28m | Daily from Dec 7 | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Salt Lake City The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Salt Lake City
Return trip: Salt Lake City to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Salt Lake City?
The fastest direct train takes 34 hours 15 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Salt Lake City?
Every departure is at 2:00 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Salt Lake City?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Salt Lake City leave from Chicago Union Station.