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Trip Overview

The average train between Chicago and Lancaster takes 47h 50m and the fastest train takes 46h 27m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Chicago to Lancaster. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

47h 50m
Duration
2,304 mi
Distance
$1,457
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

Chicago to Lancaster train times

Trains run 5 times a week between Chicago and Lancaster. The service departs Chicago at 2:25 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Lancaster at 11:51:00. All services require a transfer at Los Angeles and take an average of 47h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakMetrolink Trains47h 26m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakMetrolink Trains2d 1h • 1 change

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakMetrolink Trains46h 27m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakMetrolink Trains2d • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakMetrolink Trains47h 26m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chicago to Lancaster? 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: 2,303.8 mi
  • Duration: 47h 50m

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

You can take a train from Chicago Union Station to Lancaster via Los Angeles and L.A. Union Station in around 46h 48m.

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