IL → AR · about 611 miles
Chicago to Arkadelphia train schedule
Amtrak runs 10 direct trains a week from Chicago to Arkadelphia. The fastest takes 14 hours 32 minutes; every train leaves at 2:10 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 10
- Fastest trip
- 14h 32m
- Leaves at
- 2:10 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Arkadelphia 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:10 PM | 4:42 AM +1 day | 14h 32m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Arkadelphia The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Arkadelphia
- Arkadelphia Amtrak Station Map of Arkadelphia Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Arkadelphia to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Arkadelphia?
The fastest direct train takes 14 hours 32 minutes; the typical trip is 14 hours 32 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Arkadelphia?
Every departure is at 2:10 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Arkadelphia?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Arkadelphia leave from Chicago Union Station.