IL → TX · about 682 miles
Chicago to Texarkana train schedule
Amtrak runs 10 direct trains a week from Chicago to Texarkana. The fastest takes 16 hours 2 minutes; every train leaves at 2:10 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 10
- Fastest trip
- 16h 02m
- Leaves at
- 2:10 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Texarkana 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:10 PM | 6:12 AM +1 day | 16h 02m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Texarkana The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Texarkana
Return trip: Texarkana to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Texarkana?
The fastest direct train takes 16 hours 2 minutes; the typical trip is 16 hours 2 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Texarkana?
Every departure is at 2:10 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Texarkana?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Texarkana leave from Chicago Union Station.