IL → AZ · about 1,440 miles
Chicago to Tucson train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Chicago to Tucson. The fastest takes 54 hours 50 minutes; every train leaves at 2:10 PM.
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- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 54h 50m
- Leaves at
- 2:10 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Tucson 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 | 7:00 PM +2 day | 54h 50m | Tue, Fri, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:10 PM | 8:00 PM +2 day | 55h 50m | Tue, Fri, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Tucson The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Tucson
Return trip: Tucson to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Tucson?
The fastest direct train takes 54 hours 50 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Tucson?
Every departure is at 2:10 PM (Tue, Fri, Sun).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Tucson?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Tucson leave from Chicago Union Station.