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Trip Overview

The train between Chicago and Lawrence takes 9h. There is at least one train per day from Chicago to Lawrence. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h
Duration
474 mi
Distance
$310
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Chicago to Lawrence train times

Trains run once daily between Chicago and Lawrence. The service departs Chicago at 2:25 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Lawrence at 23:25:00. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 9h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    train train 9h • Direct

Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    train train 9h • Direct

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    train train 9h • Direct

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    train train 9h • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    train train 9h • Direct

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    train train 9h • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    train train 9h • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chicago to Lawrence? 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.

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  • Distance: 474.4 mi
  • Duration: 9h

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Lawrence, KS, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Lawrence Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $260–410 and the journey takes 9h.

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