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Trip Overview

The train between Chicago and Kannapolis takes 37h 18m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Chicago to Kannapolis. 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 18m
Duration
1,215 mi
Distance
$788
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

Chicago to Kannapolis train times

Trains run 5 times a week between Chicago and Kannapolis. The service departs Chicago at 6:40 PM in the evening, which arrives into Kannapolis at 08:58:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 37h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak37h 18m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrak37h 18m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrak37h 18m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrak37h 18m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrak37h 18m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chicago to Kannapolis? 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: 1,214.6 mi
  • Duration: 37h 18m

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

You can take a train from Chicago Union Station to Kannapolis via Cary in around 27h 55m.

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