Chicago to Tulsa by train
Tulsa lies 959 km (596 mi) south-west of Chicago, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 12 h 58 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 1,170 km (727 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Chicago | Tulsa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.7 million | 413,066 |
| Elevation | 180 m (591 ft) | 226 m (741 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Stations on record | LaSalle Street Station, Ogilvie Transportation Center, Millennium Station | Union Depot |
| Postal codes | 60601–60701 | 74101–74193 |
Where to book trains from Chicago to Tulsa
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Staying in Tulsa
Our booking partner lists 198 places to stay in Tulsa. Of the 171 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (97), and 1 are five-star. Across 82 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.8 out of 10. Guests have left 33,567 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Tulsa from Chicago?
959 km (596 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Chicago; by road roughly 1,170 km (727 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chicago to Tulsa by train?
About 12 h 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chicago and Tulsa?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where can I stay in Tulsa?
Our booking partner lists 198 places to stay in Tulsa, 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.