FL → IL · about 909 miles
Palatka to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Palatka to Chicago. The fastest takes 37 hours 2 minutes; every train leaves at 8:43 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 37h 02m
- Leaves at
- 8:43 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Palatka Amtrak 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:43 PM | 8:45 AM +2 day | 37h 02m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 8:43 PM | 9:45 AM +2 day | 38h 02m | Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Palatka Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Palatka
- Palatka Amtrak Map of Palatka Amtrak (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Palatka
Questions
How long is the train from Palatka to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 37 hours 2 minutes; the typical trip is 37 hours 2 minutes.
What time is the first train from Palatka to Chicago?
Every departure is at 8:43 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Palatka to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Palatka?
Trains to Chicago leave from Palatka Amtrak.