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Trip Overview

The average train between Chicago and Branford takes 25h 11m and the fastest train takes 22h 32m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Chicago to Branford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

25h 11m
Duration
986 mi
Distance
$638
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Chicago to Branford train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Chicago and Branford. The service departs Chicago at 9:30 PM at night, which arrives into Branford at 09:25:00. All services require a transfer at Springfield and take an average of 25h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak35h 55m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak25h 7m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak22h 32m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak22h 32m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak22h 32m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak22h 32m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chicago to Branford? 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: 986.1 mi
  • Duration: 25h 11m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Branford, CT, USA?

You can take a train from Chicago Union Station to Branford via Springfield and New Haven in around 22h 26m.

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