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How to get to Galesburg by train
Routes | 14 |
Trips per day | 32 |
train lines | 5 |
Stations | 1 |
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About Galesburg
Galesburg is best known as the birthplace of writer and poet Carl Sandburg, with the Carl Sandburg State Historic Site erected in his honor. If you love the look of Carl’s boyhood cottage, you can stay in a historic home of your own – several, including the Great House of Galesburg, have been converted into charming bed-and-breakfasts across town.
Galesburg is also known for its historic involvement in the local railroad system, notably connecting Illinois’ largest (at the time) cities, Chicago and Quincy. In fact, the Galesburg Railroad Museum functions solely to preserve and share the history of the railroad industry in Galesburg and Western Illinois. The city even holds an annual festival, the Galesburg Railroad Days, complete with rides, live music, and open-air markets to celebrate the city’s railroad roots. And it’s not just literal railroads– Galesburg was originally founded by abolitionists and became a critical stop to freedom in the Underground Railroad.
Galesburg remains a major railway hub, acting as one of the stops for some of Amtrak’s most popular lines. The Carl Sandburg, Illinois Zephyr, and Southwest Chief all operate daily to connect Galesburg west to Chicago. Meanwhile, the California Zephyr reaches all the way to Los Angeles. Galesburg also has two main bus stations for Greyhound and Burlington Trailways. These carriers provide coverage to Denver, St. Louis, and Moline, which has the closest airport to Galesburg, Quad Cities Airport.
What train companies travel to Galesburg, Illinois?
Located in Illinois, Galesburg is accessible by train from 14 other cities. You can choose from 32 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Galesburg on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Galesburg are also available..
Train companies serving Galesburg
Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak | 163 | 22h 57m | SEK 2,142.76 |
Amtrak Southwest Chief | 21 | 3h 1m | SEK 482.94 |
Amtrak California Zephyr | 19 | 3h 43m | SEK 668.08 |
Amtrak Illinois Zephyr | 9 | 2h 34m | SEK 280.88 |
Amtrak Carl Sandburg | 8 | 2h 29m | SEK 234.48 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Southwest Chief is a passenger train operated by America’s largest train service, Amtrak. The full route travels over 2,200 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles, which takes over 43 hours. In addition to standard Coach Class seats, the Southwest Chief offers several sleeper cabin options on longer journeys. Amtrak’s Southwest Chief is consistently ranked as one of the most scenic train routes in America, thanks to the stunning views of the Painted Desert, the Red Cliffs of Sedona, and the Grand Canyon you’ll see from your train window.
Amtrak’s California Zephyr travels over 2,400 miles to connect Chicago to the San Francisco area. The full journey takes over 50 hours, so many passengers upgrade to a sleeper cabin for added privacy and comfort. The Zephyr is one of Amtrak’s most scenic routes, and the sightseer lounge’s panoramic windows offer the best views of the Rockies, the Sierra Nevadas, and the Great Salt Lake along the route.
The Illinois Zephyr is a passenger train operated by Amtrak, running between Quincy and Chicago. The Illinois Zephyr and its sister train, the Carl Sandburg, serve one of Amtrak's most popular lines. The train features amenities such as airline-style coach seating, a cafe on board, power outlets, restrooms, and Wi-Fi.
The Amtrak Carl Sandburg, named after the Pulitzer-winning author, is a sister service to the Illinois Zephyr. Both operate daily services between Chicago and Quincy with additional stops in Naperville and Kewanee. Whether you buy a coach class or business class ticket, you'll have plenty of legroom and complimentary WiFi, plus access to refreshments at the onboard cafe.
Which train service has the best service to Galesburg?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Galesburg by train with Amtrak Southwest Chief giving them a 5 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Carl Sandburg had the most comfortable train service to Galesburg taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Carl Sandburg offers. They rate Amtrak Carl Sandburg a 4.7 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Galesburg punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Carl Sandburg has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Galesburg, rating them a 4.8 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Galesburg is 225 S Seminary St. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Galesburg.
Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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New York | 1d 7h 25m | SEK 3,132.11 |
St Louis | 9h 1m | SEK 790.45 |
Winter Park | 2d 5h 2m | SEK 4,958.74 |
Orlando | 2d 5h 19m | SEK 4,958.74 |
Chicago | 3h 23m | SEK 472.57 |
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