VA → IL · about 620 miles
Richmond to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Richmond to Chicago. The fastest takes 20 hours 53 minutes; every train leaves at 12:52 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 20h 53m
- Leaves at
- 12:52 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Richmond Staples Mill Road 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:52 PM | 8:45 AM +1 day | 20h 53m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 12:52 PM | 9:45 AM +1 day | 21h 53m | Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Richmond Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Richmond
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Richmond
Questions
How long is the train from Richmond to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 20 hours 53 minutes; the typical trip is 20 hours 53 minutes.
What time is the first train from Richmond to Chicago?
Every departure is at 12:52 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Richmond to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Richmond?
Trains to Chicago leave from Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station.