Chicago to Montgomery by train
Montgomery lies 1,061 km (659 mi) south of Chicago, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 14 h 21 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 1,295 km (804 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Chicago | Montgomery | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.7 million | 195,287 |
| Elevation | 180 m (591 ft) | 76 m (249 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Stations on record | LaSalle Street Station, Ogilvie Transportation Center, Millennium Station | Union Station |
| Postal codes | 60601–60701 | 36101–36191 |
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Common questions
How far is Montgomery from Chicago?
1,061 km (659 mi) in a straight line, south of Chicago; by road roughly 1,295 km (804 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chicago to Montgomery by train?
About 14 h 21 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chicago and Montgomery?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.