FL → IL · about 1,170 miles
Fort Lauderdale to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago. The fastest takes 46 hours 2 minutes; every train leaves at 11:43 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 46h 02m
- Leaves at
- 11:43 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station and arrives at Chicago Union 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:43 AM | 8:45 AM +2 day | 46h 02m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 11:43 AM | 9:45 AM +2 day | 47h 02m | Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Fort Lauderdale Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Fort Lauderdale
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Fort Lauderdale
Questions
How long is the train from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 46 hours 2 minutes; the typical trip is 46 hours 2 minutes.
What time is the first train from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
Every departure is at 11:43 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Fort Lauderdale?
Trains to Chicago leave from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station.