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Chicago to Sacramento trains

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Trip Overview

The train between Chicago and Sacramento takes 2d 3h. There is at least one train per day from Chicago to Sacramento. 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 3h
Duration
2,317 mi
Distance
$650
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Chicago to Sacramento train times

Trains run once daily between Chicago and Sacramento. The earliest departure is at 2:00 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Chicago is at 2:00 PM which arrives into Sacramento at 3:05 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2d 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    train train 2d 3h • Direct

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    train train 2d 3h • Direct

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    train train 2d 3h • Direct

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    train train 2d 3h • Direct

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    train train 2d 3h • Direct

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    train train 2d 3h • Direct

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    train train 2d 3h • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chicago to Sacramento? 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: 2,316.7 mi
  • Duration: 2d 3h

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Sacramento once daily. Tickets cost $550–1,400 and the journey takes 2d 3h.

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