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Trip Overview

The average train between Chicago and Gaithersburg takes 16h 53m and the fastest train takes 16h 52m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Chicago to Gaithersburg. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

16h 53m
Duration
754 mi
Distance
$489
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Chicago to Gaithersburg train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Chicago and Gaithersburg. The service departs Chicago at 6:40 PM in the evening, which arrives into Gaithersburg at 12:34:00. All services require a transfer at Rockville Amtrak and take an average of 16h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority16h 54m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority16h 54m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority16h 54m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority16h 54m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority16h 54m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority16h 52m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chicago to Gaithersburg? 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: 754.5 mi
  • Duration: 16h 53m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Gaithersburg, MD, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Rockville Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $410–650 and the journey takes 16h 41m.

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