FL → IL · about 1,132 miles
West Palm Beach to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from West Palm Beach to Chicago. The fastest takes 45 hours 10 minutes; every train leaves at 12:35 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 45h 10m
- Leaves at
- 12:35 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from West Palm Beach 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:35 PM | 8:45 AM +2 day | 45h 10m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 12:35 PM | 9:45 AM +2 day | 46h 10m | Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in West Palm Beach Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in West Palm Beach
- West Palm Beach Amtrak Station Map of West Palm Beach Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to West Palm Beach
Questions
How long is the train from West Palm Beach to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 45 hours 10 minutes; the typical trip is 45 hours 10 minutes.
What time is the first train from West Palm Beach to Chicago?
Every departure is at 12:35 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from West Palm Beach to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in West Palm Beach?
Trains to Chicago leave from West Palm Beach Amtrak Station.