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Trip Overview

The average train between Chicago and Irvine takes 43h 40m and the fastest train takes 43h 16m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Chicago to Irvine. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

43h 40m
Duration
2,217 mi
Distance
$648
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

Chicago to Irvine train times

Trains run 5 times a week between Chicago and Irvine. The earliest departure is at 2:25 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Chicago is at 2:25 PM which arrives into Irvine at 7:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Fullerton Amtrak Station and take an average of 43h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains45h 16m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakMetrolink Trains43h 16m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakMetrolink Trains43h 16m • 1 change

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakMetrolink Trains43h 16m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakMetrolink Trains43h 16m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chicago to Irvine? 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.

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  • Distance: 2,217 mi
  • Duration: 43h 40m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Irvine, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Fullerton Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $500–1,300 and the journey takes 42h 44m.

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