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2 trains operate daily from La Grange to Quincy. The train trip from La Grange to Quincy is usually about 4 hours and 3 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 226 mi (363 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 3m |
| Lowest price | $20.00 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Illinois Zephyr |
| Train lines | 2 |
Average score for trains from La Grange to Quincy
(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Ride was smooth. Employees were great! Cons: I thought it was great. Tips: Bring a blanket if it feels cool I needed it but my husband was fine without.
5.0
Pros: It was warm, clean, easy, and priced very well. Cons: nothing. Tips: No.
5.0
Pros: I would recommend you to family and friends. Cons: Nothing. Tips: Not right now.
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from La Grange to Quincy was $25.00. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 1 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $12.00 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
2 train services operate from La Grange to Quincy. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Carl Sandburg | 1 | 4h 3m | $29.43 |
| Amtrak Illinois Zephyr | 1 | 4h 3m | $36.22 |
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.
The Illinois Zephyr is a passenger train operated by Amtrak, running between Quincy and Chicago. Taking the train from La Grange to Quincy is a comfortable option, and tickets on this route cost on average. 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 distance between La Grange and Quincy is approximately 226 miles, or 363 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 3 minutes,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from La Grange to Quincy tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. 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 Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs La Grange at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. 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 La Grange twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Quincy 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 Quincy to La Grange.
There is one train station in La Grange.
25 W Burlington Ave
Quincy has one train station.
N 30th St and Wisman Ln
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