How much does a train ticket cost from Chicago to Little Rock?

The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Little Rock start from £53. The average price for this train route is around £75. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Chicago to Little Rock?

The average train journey time from Chicago to Little Rock is 17h 27m, covering a distance of 552 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 12h 57m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Chicago to Little Rock route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Little Rock?

The earliest train from Chicago to Little Rock departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 14:10.

Train Chicago to Little Rock from £50 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Chicago to Little Rock on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	17h 27m	03:17	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	13h 7m	03:17	Union Station	Fastest
Train	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	13h 7m	03:17	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	17h 27m	03:17	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	17h 27m	03:17	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Little Rock on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 2m	03:17	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	13h 7m	03:17	Union Station	Fastest
Train	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	13h 7m	03:17	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 2m	03:17	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 2m	03:17	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Little Rock on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 2m	03:17	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	13h 7m	03:17	Union Station	Fastest
Train	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	13h 7m	03:17	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 2m	03:17	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 2m	03:17	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Little Rock on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 2m	03:17	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	13h 7m	03:17	Union Station	Fastest
Train	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	13h 7m	03:17	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 2m	03:17	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 2m	03:17	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Little Rock on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 2m	03:17	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	13h 7m	03:17	Union Station	Fastest
Train	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	13h 7m	03:17	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 2m	03:17	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 2m	03:17	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Little Rock on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 2m	03:17	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	13h 7m	03:17	Union Station	Fastest
Train	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	13h 7m	03:17	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 2m	03:17	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 2m	03:17	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Little Rock

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Little Rock. The journey takes about 10 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just £157, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

10h 48mAverage duration

545 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£157 - £184	Average duration10h 48m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£53 - £720	Average duration17h 27m	CO₂ emissions 81kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £53

Amtrak Chicago Little Rock recent customer reviews

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28 February 2024

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Little Rock by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Chicago to Little Rock?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Little Rock start from £53. The average price for this train route is around £75. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Little Rock?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Little Rock is 17h 27m, covering a distance of 552 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 12h 57m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Little Rock route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Little Rock?
The earliest train from Chicago to Little Rock departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 14:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

28/01

£66

29/01

£257

Today

£72

31/01

£59

01/02

£72

02/02

£65

03/02

£59

04/02

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The cheapest trip from Chicago to Little Rock was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of £59

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Little Rock as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £59 to £257 for a train ticket from Chicago to Little Rock based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £59, which is on 2026-01-31.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Little Rock?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time10h 48m	Avg price£169	Daily departures3
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time17h 27m	Avg price£75	Daily departures2

The best way to travel between Chicago and Little Rock is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £75 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £53. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Little Rock, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to Little Rock in about 10h 48m – that's the fastest way to get there!