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Trip Overview

The average train between California and Chicago takes 2d and the fastest train takes 43h 23m. There is at least one train per day from California to Chicago. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2d
Duration
2,227 mi
Distance
$650
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

California to Chicago train times

Trains run once daily between California and Chicago. The earliest departure is at 5:19 PM in the evening, and the last departure from California is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Chicago at 1:49 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2d. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Arrives +3 days

    train train 2d 13h • Direct

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    train train 43h 23m • Direct

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    train train 43h 23m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    train train 43h 23m • Direct
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    Arrives +3 days

    train train 2d 13h • Direct

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    train train 43h 23m • Direct

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    train train 43h 23m • Direct
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    Arrives +3 days

    train train 2d 13h • Direct

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    train train 43h 23m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from California to Chicago? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from California to Chicago.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 2,227.1 mi
  • Duration: 2d

What companies run services between California, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Chicago Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $550–1,300 and the journey takes 43h 23m.

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