IL → IL · about 111 miles
Rantoul to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 9 direct trains a week from Rantoul to Chicago. The fastest takes 2 hours 21 minutes; the first train leaves at 10:38 AM and the last at 7:24 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 9
- Fastest trip
- 2h 21m
- First train
- 10:38 AM
- Last train
- 7:24 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Rantoul Amtrak 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:38 AM | 1:00 PM | 2h 22m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:24 PM | 9:45 PM | 2h 21m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Rantoul Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Rantoul
- Rantoul Amtrak Map of Rantoul Amtrak (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Rantoul
Questions
How long is the train from Rantoul to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 2 hours 21 minutes.
What time is the first train from Rantoul to Chicago?
The earliest departure is at 10:38 AM (Daily) and the last at 7:24 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Rantoul to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Rantoul?
Trains to Chicago leave from Rantoul Amtrak.