AR → IL · about 552 miles
Little Rock to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 10 direct trains a week from Little Rock to Chicago. The fastest takes 14 hours 5 minutes; every train leaves at 11:44 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 10
- Fastest trip
- 14h 05m
- Leaves at
- 11:44 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Little Rock Union 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:44 PM | 1:49 PM +1 day | 14h 05m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Little Rock Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Little Rock
- Little Rock Union Station Map of Little Rock Union Station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Little Rock
Questions
How long is the train from Little Rock to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 14 hours 5 minutes; the typical trip is 14 hours 5 minutes.
What time is the first train from Little Rock to Chicago?
Every departure is at 11:44 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Little Rock to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Little Rock?
Trains to Chicago leave from Little Rock Union Station.