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Trip Overview

The average train between Galesburg and Chicago takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Galesburg to Chicago. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 1m
Duration
162 mi
Distance
$100
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Galesburg to Chicago train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Galesburg and Chicago. The earliest departure is at 7:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Galesburg is at 6:56 PM which arrives into Chicago at 9:51 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 3h 14m • Direct
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    train train 2h 55m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 2h 56m • Direct
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    train train 3h 14m • Direct
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    train train 2h 55m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 2h 56m • Direct
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    train train 3h 14m • Direct
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    train train 2h 55m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 56m • Direct
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    train train 3h 14m • Direct
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    train train 2h 55m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 56m • Direct
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    train train 3h 14m • Direct
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    train train 2h 55m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 56m • Direct
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    train train 3h 14m • Direct
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    train train 2h 55m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 2h 56m • Direct
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    train train 3h 14m • Direct
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    train train 2h 55m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Galesburg to Chicago? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Galesburg to Chicago.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 161.9 mi
  • Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Galesburg, IL, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $85–140 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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