NY → IL · about 518 miles
Rochester to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Rochester to Chicago. The fastest takes 11 hours 43 minutes; every train leaves at 11:29 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 11h 43m
- Leaves at
- 11:29 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Rochester 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:29 PM | 10:12 AM +1 day | 11h 43m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 11:29 PM | 11:12 AM +1 day | 12h 43m | Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Rochester Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Rochester
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Rochester
Questions
How long is the train from Rochester to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 11 hours 43 minutes; the typical trip is 11 hours 43 minutes.
What time is the first train from Rochester to Chicago?
Every departure is at 11:29 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Rochester to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Rochester?
Trains to Chicago leave from Rochester bus stop.