DE → IL · about 649 miles
Wilmington to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Wilmington to Chicago. The fastest takes 26 hours 40 minutes; every train leaves at 8:45 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 26h 40m
- Leaves at
- 8:45 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Wilmington 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:45 AM | 10:25 AM +1 day | 26h 40m | Wed, Fri, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Wilmington Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Wilmington
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Wilmington
Questions
How long is the train from Wilmington to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 26 hours 40 minutes.
What time is the first train from Wilmington to Chicago?
Every departure is at 8:45 AM (Wed, Fri, Sun).
Which rail companies go from Wilmington to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Wilmington?
Trains to Chicago leave from Wilmington E Front St.