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Trip Summary
There are usually 6 daily train trips available from Lincoln to Pontiac. Traveling by train from Lincoln to Pontiac usually takes one hour, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 51 minutes.
| Distance | 64 mi (102 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 51m |
| Lowest price | $8.00 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Lincoln Service |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Lincoln to Pontiac
- Amtrak tickets: $9 one-way
- Amtrak Lincoln Service tickets: $8 one-way
- Amtrak Texas Eagle tickets: $16 one-way
Which train should you take from Lincoln to Pontiac?
There are 3 train lines with service from Lincoln to Pontiac. Amtrak Lincoln Service is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 3 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 0h 51m | $9.00 |
| Amtrak Lincoln Service | 3 | 0h 58m | $8.00 |
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 2 | 1h 9m | $16.00 |
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. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Lincoln to Pontiac every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $9.
Amtrak Lincoln Service is part of Amtrak's Illinois Service, providing rail transportation throughout Illinois. The Lincoln Service travels 284 miles between St. Louis and Chicago with nine intermediate stops. Amtrak Lincoln trains offer WiFi connectivity, power outlets, business class seating, and a cafe car to ensure passengers have the most comfortable journey possible.
Amtrak Texas Eagle train tickets from Lincoln to Pontiac start from $16, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to Pontiac. Amtrak Texas Eagle in Lincoln leaves from 101 N Chicago St . And in Pontiac trains arrive at 721 W Washington St .
From Lincoln to Pontiac train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 1 hours and 9 minutes. If you are looking to get to Pontiac faster, Amtrak Texas Eagle offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 51 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Lincoln to Pontiac. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Lincoln at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 6 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Lincoln to Pontiac.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Pontiac to Lincoln.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Lincoln?
Main departure station: 101 N Chicago St
There is one train station in Lincoln.
All train stations in Lincoln:
101 N Chicago St
Where is the train station in Pontiac?
Main arrival station: 721 W Washington St
Pontiac has one train station.
All train stations in Pontiac:
721 W Washington St
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