Chicago to Omaha by train
Omaha lies 693 km (430 mi) west of Chicago, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 9 h 22 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 845 km (525 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Chicago | Omaha | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.7 million | 486,051 |
| Elevation | 180 m (591 ft) | 315 m (1,033 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Stations on record | LaSalle Street Station, Ogilvie Transportation Center, Millennium Station | Omaha, Burlington Station, Omaha Union Station |
| Postal codes | 60601–60701 | 68101–68198 |
Where to book trains from Chicago to Omaha
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Staying in Omaha
Our booking partner lists 199 places to stay in Omaha. Of the 163 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (77), and 1 are five-star. Across 62 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.8 out of 10. Guests have left 29,114 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Omaha from Chicago?
693 km (430 mi) in a straight line, west of Chicago; by road roughly 845 km (525 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chicago to Omaha by train?
About 9 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chicago and Omaha?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where can I stay in Omaha?
Our booking partner lists 199 places to stay in Omaha, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.