MI → IL · about 173 miles
East Lansing to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from East Lansing to Chicago. The fastest takes 3 hours 51 minutes; every train leaves at 8:54 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 3h 51m
- Leaves at
- 8:54 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from East Lansing Amtrak Station and arrives at Chicago 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:54 AM | 11:45 AM | 3h 51m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in East Lansing Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in East Lansing
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to East Lansing
Questions
How long is the train from East Lansing to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 3 hours 51 minutes.
What time is the first train from East Lansing to Chicago?
Every departure is at 8:54 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from East Lansing to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in East Lansing?
Trains to Chicago leave from East Lansing Amtrak Station.