IN → IL · about 140 miles
Waterloo to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 21 direct trains a week from Waterloo to Chicago. The fastest takes 3 hours 9 minutes; the first train leaves at 6:36 AM and the last at 7:51 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 21
- Fastest trip
- 3h 09m
- First train
- 6:36 AM
- Last train
- 7:51 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Waterloo Amtrak 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:36 AM | 8:45 AM | 3h 09m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 6:36 AM | 9:45 AM | 4h 09m | Mon from Nov 2 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:51 AM | 10:12 AM | 3h 21m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:51 AM | 11:12 AM | 4h 21m | Mon | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Waterloo Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Waterloo
- Waterloo Amtrak Station Map of Waterloo Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Waterloo
Questions
How long is the train from Waterloo to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 3 hours 9 minutes; the typical trip is 3 hours 21 minutes.
What time is the first train from Waterloo to Chicago?
The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM (Tue–Sun) and the last at 7:51 AM (Mon).
Which rail companies go from Waterloo to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Waterloo?
Trains to Chicago leave from Waterloo Amtrak Station.