IL → IL · about 154 miles
Galesburg to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 21 direct trains a week from Galesburg to Chicago. The fastest takes 2 hours 55 minutes; the first train leaves at 11:37 AM and the last at 6:56 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 21
- Fastest trip
- 2h 55m
- First train
- 11:37 AM
- Last train
- 6:56 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Galesburg 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:37 AM | 2:44 PM | 3h 07m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 11:38 AM | 2:39 PM | 3h 01m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 6:56 PM | 9:51 PM | 2h 55m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Galesburg Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Galesburg
- Galesburg Amtrak Station Map of Galesburg Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Galesburg
Questions
How long is the train from Galesburg to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 2 hours 55 minutes; the typical trip is 3 hours 1 minute.
What time is the first train from Galesburg to Chicago?
The earliest departure is at 11:37 AM (Daily) and the last at 6:56 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Galesburg to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Galesburg?
Trains to Chicago leave from Galesburg Amtrak Station.