IL → IN · about 140 miles
Chicago to Waterloo train schedule
Amtrak runs 21 direct trains a week from Chicago to Waterloo. The fastest takes 2 hours 43 minutes; the first train leaves at 5:35 PM and the last at 9:30 PM.
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- Trains a week
- 21
- Fastest trip
- 2h 43m
- First train
- 5:35 PM
- Last train
- 9:30 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Waterloo 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:35 PM New | 9:18 PM | 2h 43m | Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 6:40 PM | 10:23 PM | 2h 43m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 8:30 PM New | 12:15 AM +1 day | 2h 45m | Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 9:30 PM | 1:15 AM +1 day | 2h 45m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Waterloo The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Waterloo
- Waterloo Amtrak Station Map of Waterloo Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Waterloo to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Waterloo?
The fastest direct train takes 2 hours 43 minutes; the typical trip is 2 hours 45 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Waterloo?
The earliest departure is at 5:35 PM (Sun) and the last at 9:30 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Waterloo?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Waterloo leave from Chicago Union Station.