The average train between Lincoln and Chicago takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Lincoln 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.
Trains run 5 times a day between Lincoln and Chicago. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 7:46 PM which arrives into Chicago at 10:43 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lincoln station and arriving at Chicago station. Services depart 5 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 58m.
Lincoln to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Lincoln Station.
Lincoln to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.
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The distance between Lincoln and Chicago is 241.1 km. The road distance is 251 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Lincoln Station to Chicago Union Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 2h 49m.