IL → AR · about 552 miles
Chicago to Little Rock train schedule
Amtrak runs 10 direct trains a week from Chicago to Little Rock. The fastest takes 13 hours 7 minutes; every train leaves at 2:10 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 10
- Fastest trip
- 13h 07m
- Leaves at
- 2:10 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Little Rock Union 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:10 PM | 3:17 AM +1 day | 13h 07m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Little Rock The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Little Rock
- Little Rock Union Station Map of Little Rock Union Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Little Rock to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Little Rock?
The fastest direct train takes 13 hours 7 minutes; the typical trip is 13 hours 7 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Little Rock?
Every departure is at 2:10 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Little Rock?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Little Rock leave from Chicago Union Station.