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Pontiac to Dwight Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

2 trains operate daily from Pontiac to Dwight. The train trip from Pontiac to Dwight is usually about 15 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 13 minutes.

Distance18 mi (29 km)
Fastest train0h 13m
Lowest price$7.00
Trains per day2
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
Train lines2

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Which train should you take from Pontiac to Dwight?

2 train services operate from Pontiac to Dwight. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak10h 13m$10.33
Amtrak Lincoln Service10h 16m$7.67
  • 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 Pontiac to Dwight every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $8.

  • 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.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Pontiac to Dwight

The distance between Pontiac and Dwight is approximately 18 miles, or 29 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 15 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 13 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Dwight.

Trains departing from Pontiac to Dwight tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Pontiac at 9:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Trains leave the station in Pontiac twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Dwight with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Dwight to Pontiac.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Pontiac?

Main departure station: 721 W Washington St

There is one train station in Pontiac.

All train stations in Pontiac:

  • 721 W Washington St

Where is the train station in Dwight?

Main arrival station: 401 S. Columbia Street

Dwight has one train station.

All train stations in Dwight:

  • 401 S. Columbia Street

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