Memphis to Chicago by train
Chicago lies 774 km (481 mi) north of Memphis, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 10 h 28 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 944 km (586 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Memphis | Chicago | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 633,104 | 2.7 million |
| Elevation | 84 m (276 ft) | 180 m (591 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Stations on record | Central Station, Memphis Union Station | LaSalle Street Station, Ogilvie Transportation Center, Millennium Station |
| Postal codes | 37501–38197 | 60601–60701 |
Where to book trains from Memphis to Chicago
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Staying in Chicago
Our booking partner lists 1,320+ places to stay in Chicago (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 651 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (290), and 15 are five-star. Across 244 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.5 out of 10. Guests have left 312,247 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Chicago from Memphis?
774 km (481 mi) in a straight line, north of Memphis; by road roughly 944 km (586 mi).
How long does it take to get from Memphis to Chicago by train?
About 10 h 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Memphis and Chicago?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where can I stay in Chicago?
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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.