AZ → IL · about 1,370 miles

Tucson to Pontiac train schedule

Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Tucson to Pontiac. The fastest takes 48 hours 45 minutes; the first train leaves at 7:53 AM and the last at 8:53 AM.

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Trains a week
3
Fastest trip
48h 45m
First train
7:53 AM
Last train
8:53 AM

Timetable

Every train leaves from Tucson Amtrak Station and arrives at Pontiac Amtrak Station. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.

Direct trains from Tucson, AZ to Pontiac, IL
DepartsArrivesDurationDaysRail company
7:53 AM New11:38 AM +2 day49h 45mWed, Fri, SunAmtrak
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8:53 AM11:38 AM +2 day48h 45mWed, Fri, SunAmtrak
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Where to board in Tucson Where you get off in Pontiac The route of the busiest trip

Where to catch the train in Tucson

Where the train stops in Pontiac

Return trip: Pontiac to Tucson

Questions

How long is the train from Tucson to Pontiac?

The fastest direct train takes 48 hours 45 minutes.

What time is the first train from Tucson to Pontiac?

The earliest departure is at 7:53 AM (Wed, Fri, Sun) and the last at 8:53 AM (Wed, Fri, Sun).

Which rail companies go from Tucson to Pontiac?

Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.

Where do I catch the train in Tucson?

Trains to Pontiac leave from Tucson Amtrak Station.