NC → IL · about 642 miles
Southern Pines to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Southern Pines to Chicago. The fastest takes 26 hours 28 minutes; every train leaves at 7:17 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 26h 28m
- Leaves at
- 7:17 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Southern Pines 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:17 AM | 8:45 AM +1 day | 26h 28m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:17 AM | 9:45 AM +1 day | 27h 28m | Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Southern Pines Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Southern Pines
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Southern Pines
Questions
How long is the train from Southern Pines to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 26 hours 28 minutes; the typical trip is 26 hours 28 minutes.
What time is the first train from Southern Pines to Chicago?
Every departure is at 7:17 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Southern Pines to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Southern Pines?
Trains to Chicago leave from Southern Pines Amtrak Station.