TX → IL · about 893 miles
Austin to Pontiac train schedule
Amtrak runs 10 direct trains a week from Austin to Pontiac. The fastest takes 26 hours 12 minutes; every train leaves at 9:26 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 10
- Fastest trip
- 26h 12m
- Leaves at
- 9:26 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Austin and arrives at Pontiac Amtrak Station. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:26 AM | 11:38 AM +1 day | 26h 12m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Austin Where you get off in Pontiac The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Austin
Where the train stops in Pontiac
- Pontiac Amtrak Station Map of Pontiac Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Pontiac to Austin
Questions
How long is the train from Austin to Pontiac?
The fastest direct train takes 26 hours 12 minutes; the typical trip is 26 hours 12 minutes.
What time is the first train from Austin to Pontiac?
Every departure is at 9:26 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Austin to Pontiac?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Austin?
Trains to Pontiac leave from Austin Amtrak station.