IL → AR · about 521 miles
Joliet to Little Rock train schedule
Amtrak runs 10 direct trains a week from Joliet to Little Rock. The fastest takes 12 hours 12 minutes; every train leaves at 3:05 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 10
- Fastest trip
- 12h 12m
- Leaves at
- 3:05 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Joliet Gateway Center and arrives at Little Rock 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:05 PM | 3:17 AM +1 day | 12h 12m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Joliet Where you get off in Little Rock The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Joliet
- Joliet Gateway Center Map of Joliet Gateway Center (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Little Rock
- Little Rock Union Station Map of Little Rock Union Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Little Rock to Joliet
Questions
How long is the train from Joliet to Little Rock?
The fastest direct train takes 12 hours 12 minutes; the typical trip is 12 hours 12 minutes.
What time is the first train from Joliet to Little Rock?
Every departure is at 3:05 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Joliet to Little Rock?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Joliet?
Trains to Little Rock leave from Joliet Gateway Center.