VA → IL · about 632 miles
Petersburg to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Petersburg to Chicago. The fastest takes 21 hours 41 minutes; every train leaves at 12:04 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 21h 41m
- Leaves at
- 12:04 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Petersburg 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:04 PM | 8:45 AM +1 day | 21h 41m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 12:04 PM | 9:45 AM +1 day | 22h 41m | Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Petersburg Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Petersburg
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Petersburg
Questions
How long is the train from Petersburg to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 21 hours 41 minutes; the typical trip is 21 hours 41 minutes.
What time is the first train from Petersburg to Chicago?
Every departure is at 12:04 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Petersburg to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Petersburg?
Trains to Chicago leave from Petersburg Amtrak Station.