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Chicago to East Saint Louis trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Chicago and East Saint Louis takes 5h 17m and the fastest train takes 5h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Chicago to East Saint Louis. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 17m
Duration
284 mi
Distance
$111
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to St. Louistrain train Lincoln Service / ...
5h 2m
$94–186

Chicago to East Saint Louis train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Chicago and East Saint Louis. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chicago is at 7:10 PM which arrives into East Saint Louis at 12:27 AM. All services require a transfer at St. Louis and take an average of 5h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 283.7 mi
  • Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and East Saint Louis, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to St. Louis 5 times a day. Tickets cost $90–190 and the journey takes 4h 46m.

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