FL → IL · about 1,007 miles
Lakeland to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Lakeland to Chicago. The fastest takes 42 hours 9 minutes; every train leaves at 3:36 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 42h 09m
- Leaves at
- 3:36 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Lakeland 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:36 PM | 8:45 AM +2 day | 42h 09m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 3:36 PM | 9:45 AM +2 day | 43h 09m | Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Lakeland Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Lakeland
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Lakeland
Questions
How long is the train from Lakeland to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 42 hours 9 minutes; the typical trip is 42 hours 9 minutes.
What time is the first train from Lakeland to Chicago?
Every departure is at 3:36 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Lakeland to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Lakeland?
Trains to Chicago leave from Lakeland Amtrak Station.