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Trip Overview

The train between Chicago and Charlotte takes 37h 48m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Chicago to Charlotte. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

37h 48m
Duration
1,241 mi
Distance
$812
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

Chicago to Charlotte train times

Trains run 5 times a week between Chicago and Charlotte. The service departs Chicago at 6:40 PM in the evening, which arrives into Charlotte at 09:28:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 37h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak37h 48m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak37h 48m • 1 change

Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak37h 48m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak37h 48m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak37h 48m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chicago to Charlotte? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 1,241.3 mi
  • Duration: 37h 48m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Charlotte, NC, USA?

You can take a train from Chicago Union Station to Charlotte Amtrak Station via Cary in around 28h 24m.

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