IL → DE · about 649 miles
Chicago to Wilmington train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Chicago to Wilmington. The fastest takes 25 hours 35 minutes; every train leaves at 5:55 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 25h 35m
- Leaves at
- 5:55 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Wilmington. 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 | 8:30 PM +1 day | 25h 35m | Tue, Thu, Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Wilmington The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Wilmington
Return trip: Wilmington to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Wilmington?
The fastest direct train takes 25 hours 35 minutes; the typical trip is 25 hours 35 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Wilmington?
Every departure is at 5:55 PM (Tue, Thu, Sat).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Wilmington?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Wilmington leave from Chicago Union Station.