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Chicago to Centralia train schedule
Amtrak runs 16 direct trains a week from Chicago to Centralia. The fastest takes 4 hours 28 minutes; the first train leaves at 8:15 AM and the last at 8:05 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 16
- Fastest trip
- 4h 28m
- First train
- 8:15 AM
- Last train
- 8:05 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Centralia 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:15 AM | 12:43 PM | 4h 28m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 4:05 PM | 8:34 PM | 4h 29m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 8:05 PM | 12:50 AM +1 day | 4h 45m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Centralia The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Centralia
- Centralia Amtrak Station Map of Centralia Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Centralia to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Centralia?
The fastest direct train takes 4 hours 28 minutes; the typical trip is 4 hours 29 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Centralia?
The earliest departure is at 8:15 AM (Daily) and the last at 8:05 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Centralia?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Centralia leave from Chicago Union Station.