IL → MI · about 173 miles
Chicago to East Lansing train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chicago to East Lansing. The fastest takes 3 hours 55 minutes; every train leaves at 4:00 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 3h 55m
- Leaves at
- 4:00 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at East Lansing 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:00 PM | 8:55 PM | 3h 55m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in East Lansing The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in East Lansing
Return trip: East Lansing to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to East Lansing?
The fastest direct train takes 3 hours 55 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to East Lansing?
Every departure is at 4:00 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to East Lansing?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to East Lansing leave from Chicago Union Station.