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Trip Overview

The train between Independence and Chicago takes 11h 1m. There is at least one train per day from Independence 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.

11h 1m
Duration
549 mi
Distance
$360
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Independence to Chicago train times

Trains run once daily between Independence and Chicago. The service departs Independence at 8:59 AM in the morning, which arrives into Chicago at 20:00:00. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 11h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Independence 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.

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  • Distance: 549.2 mi
  • Duration: 11h 1m

What companies run services between Independence, MO, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Independence Station to Chicago Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $300–470 and the journey takes 11h 1m.

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