IL → KS · about 446 miles
Chicago to Lawrence train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chicago to Lawrence. The fastest takes 9 hours 15 minutes; every train leaves at 1:30 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 9h 15m
- Leaves at
- 1:30 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Lawrence 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:30 PM | 10:45 PM | 9h 15m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Lawrence The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Lawrence
Return trip: Lawrence to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Lawrence?
The fastest direct train takes 9 hours 15 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Lawrence?
Every departure is at 1:30 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Lawrence?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Lawrence leave from Chicago Union Station.