The cheapest and fastest trains from Galesburg, IL to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
248 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Galesburg, IL to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Galesburg, IL to Chicago, IL will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 2 trains that leave Galesburg, IL for Chicago, IL every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 248 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train, flight and coach for Galesburg, IL to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Galesburg, IL to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £99.
Distance: 248 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£28 Average Price Cheapest | £193 Average Price | £64 Average Price |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Galesburg, IL to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Galesburg, IL to Chicago, IL trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 23:56 Galesburg, IL | 2h55 | 02:51 Chicago, IL | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 21 November | |||||
![]() | 12:37 Galesburg, IL | 2h56 | 15:33 Chicago, IL | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Galesburg, IL to Chicago, IL
Trains from Galesburg, IL to Chicago, IL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 18:56. The fastest train covers the 248 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 248 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 07:15 |
Last train 18:56 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Galesburg, IL to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Galesburg, IL and Chicago, IL from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Galesburg, IL to Chicago, IL train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galesburg, IL to Chicago, IL by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Galesburg, IL and Chicago, IL
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with designated spaces for Amtrak passengers.
- The Packing House
- Landmark Cafe & Creperie
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free for passengers
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galesburg
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Galesburg
- Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single-level layout with an enclosed waiting area and ticket office.
- Bus: Galesburg Transit
- Taxi services available
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
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