NC → IL · about 642 miles
Raleigh to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Raleigh to Chicago. The fastest takes 24 hours 28 minutes; every train leaves at 9:17 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 24h 28m
- Leaves at
- 9:17 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Raleigh Union 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:17 AM | 8:45 AM +1 day | 24h 28m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 9:17 AM | 9:45 AM +1 day | 25h 28m | Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Raleigh Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Raleigh
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Raleigh
Questions
How long is the train from Raleigh to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 24 hours 28 minutes; the typical trip is 24 hours 28 minutes.
What time is the first train from Raleigh to Chicago?
Every departure is at 9:17 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Raleigh to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Raleigh?
Trains to Chicago leave from Raleigh Union Station.