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Trip Overview

The average train between Chicago and Dover takes 27h 26m and the fastest train takes 22h 6m. The train runs, on average, 3 times per week from Chicago to Dover. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

27h 26m
Duration
999 mi
Distance
$635
Average price
3 times a week
Frequency

Chicago to Dover train times

Trains run 3 times a week between Chicago and Dover. The service departs Chicago at 9:30 PM at night, which arrives into Dover at 08:36:00. All services require a transfer at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and take an average of 27h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakNJ Transit34h 6m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakNJ Transit22h 6m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakNJ Transit26h 6m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chicago to Dover? 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: 999.5 mi
  • Duration: 27h 26m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Dover, NJ, USA?

You can take a train from Chicago Union Station to Dover via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and New York Penn Station in around 22h 14m.

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