IL → NJ · about 682 miles
Chicago to Trenton train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Chicago to Trenton. The fastest takes 26 hours 32 minutes; every train leaves at 5:55 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 26h 32m
- Leaves at
- 5:55 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Trenton. 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 | 9:27 PM +1 day | 26h 32m | Tue, Thu, Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 5:55 PM | 9:32 PM +1 day | 26h 37m | Tue, Thu, Sat from Nov 17 | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Trenton The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Trenton
- Trenton Amtrak station Map of Trenton Amtrak station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Trenton to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Trenton?
The fastest direct train takes 26 hours 32 minutes; the typical trip is 26 hours 32 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Trenton?
Every departure is at 5:55 PM (Tue, Thu, Sat).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Trenton?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Trenton leave from Chicago Union Station.