UT → IL · about 1,257 miles
Salt Lake City to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Salt Lake City to Chicago. The fastest takes 34 hours 19 minutes; every train leaves at 3:20 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 34h 19m
- Leaves at
- 3:20 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Salt Lake City 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:20 AM | 2:39 PM +1 day | 34h 19m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Salt Lake City Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Salt Lake City
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Salt Lake City
Questions
How long is the train from Salt Lake City to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 34 hours 19 minutes.
What time is the first train from Salt Lake City to Chicago?
Every departure is at 3:20 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Salt Lake City to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Salt Lake City?
Trains to Chicago leave from Salt Lake City Amtrak station.