How much is the train ticket from Little Rock to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Little Rock to Chicago start from $71. The average price for this train route is around $104. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Little Rock to Chicago?

The average train ride duration from Little Rock to Chicago is 20h 21m, covering a distance of 552 miles (890 km). The quickest train can get you there in 14h 5m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Little Rock to Chicago route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Little Rock to Chicago?

The earliest train departs from Little Rock to Chicago at 11:39pm. And the latest train departs at 11:44pm.

Train Little Rock to Chicago from $67 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Little Rock to Chicago on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	20h 21m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	20h 21m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	23h 4m	10:43pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	23h 4m	10:43pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Little Rock to Chicago on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	23h 4m	10:43pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	14h 5m	1:44pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	14h 5m	1:44pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	20h 21m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	20h 21m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Little Rock to Chicago on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	20h 21m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	14h 5m	1:44pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	20h 21m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	20h 21m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	23h 4m	10:43pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Little Rock to Chicago on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	23h 4m	10:43pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	14h 5m	1:44pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	14h 5m	1:44pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	20h 21m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	20h 21m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Little Rock to Chicago on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	20h 21m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	14h 5m	1:44pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	14h 5m	1:44pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	20h 21m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	20h 21m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Little Rock to Chicago on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	23h 4m	10:43pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	14h 5m	1:44pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	14h 5m	1:44pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	20h 21m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	20h 21m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Little Rock to Chicago on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	23h 4m	10:43pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	14h 5m	1:44pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	14h 5m	1:44pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	20h 21m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	20h 21m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Little Rock to Chicago on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	20h 21m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	14h 5m	1:44pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	20h 21m	8:00pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	23h 4m	10:43pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	11:39pm	Union Station	23h 4m	10:43pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Little Rock to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 20 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just $71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

20h 21mAverage Duration

552 milesDistance

81kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$211 - $379	Average Duration11h 45m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$71 - $265	Average Duration20h 21m	CO₂ emissions 81kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5637 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $71

Amtrak Little Rock Chicago recent customer reviews

Nice smooth ride

Raquel H.

August 15, 2023

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Little Rock to Chicago by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Little Rock to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Little Rock to Chicago start from $71. The average price for this train route is around $104. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Little Rock to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from Little Rock to Chicago is 20h 21m, covering a distance of 552 miles (890 km). The quickest train can get you there in 14h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Little Rock to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Little Rock to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from Little Rock to Chicago at 11:39pm. And the latest train departs at 11:44pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/09

$105

12/10

$580

Today

$105

12/12

$96

12/13

$117

12/14

$88

12/15

$88

12/16

$88

The cheapest trip from Little Rock to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $88

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Little Rock to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $88 to $580 for a train ticket from Little Rock to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $88 which is on 2025-12-14.

What's the cheapest way to go from Little Rock to Chicago?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time11h 45m	Avg Price$232	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time20h 21m	Avg Price$104	Daily Departures3

The best way to travel between Little Rock and Chicago is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $104 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $71. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the train, as it will take you from Little Rock to Chicago in about 11h 45m - that's the fastest way to get there!