IL → AR · about 438 miles
Chicago to Walnut Ridge train schedule
Amtrak runs 10 direct trains a week from Chicago to Walnut Ridge. The fastest takes 10 hours 42 minutes; every train leaves at 2:10 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 10
- Fastest trip
- 10h 42m
- Leaves at
- 2:10 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Walnut Ridge 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 | 12:52 AM +1 day | 10h 42m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Walnut Ridge The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Walnut Ridge
- Walnut Ridge Amtrak Station Map of Walnut Ridge Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Walnut Ridge to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Walnut Ridge?
The fastest direct train takes 10 hours 42 minutes; the typical trip is 10 hours 42 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Walnut Ridge?
Every departure is at 2:10 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Walnut Ridge?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Walnut Ridge leave from Chicago Union Station.