MI → IL · about 126 miles
Grand Rapids to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Grand Rapids to Chicago. The fastest takes 4 hours 8 minutes; every train leaves at 6:00 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 4h 08m
- Leaves at
- 6:00 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 AM | 9:08 AM | 4h 08m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Grand Rapids Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Grand Rapids
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Grand Rapids
Questions
How long is the train from Grand Rapids to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 4 hours 8 minutes.
What time is the first train from Grand Rapids to Chicago?
Every departure is at 6:00 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Grand Rapids to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Grand Rapids?
Trains to Chicago leave from Grand Rapids (Amtrak).