IL → MO · about 404 miles
Chicago to Independence train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chicago to Independence. The fastest takes 10 hours 21 minutes; every train leaves at 9:50 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 10h 21m
- Leaves at
- 9:50 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Independence 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:50 AM | 8:11 PM | 10h 21m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Independence The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Independence
- Independence Amtrak Station Map of Independence Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Independence to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Independence?
The fastest direct train takes 10 hours 21 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Independence?
Every departure is at 9:50 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Independence?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Independence leave from Chicago Union Station.