IL → IA · about 195 miles
Chicago to Burlington train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chicago to Burlington. The fastest takes 3 hours 34 minutes; every train leaves at 2:00 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 3h 34m
- Leaves at
- 2:00 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Burlington 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:00 PM | 5:34 PM | 3h 34m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Burlington The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Burlington
Return trip: Burlington to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Burlington?
The fastest direct train takes 3 hours 34 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Burlington?
Every departure is at 2:00 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Burlington?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Burlington leave from Chicago Union Station.