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Chicago to Universal Studios, Hollywood trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Chicago and Universal Studios, Hollywood takes 44h 10m and the fastest train takes 44h 8m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Chicago to Universal Studios, Hollywood. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

44h 10m
Duration
2,241 mi
Distance
$1,445
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

Chicago to Universal Studios, Hollywood train times

Trains run 5 times a week between Chicago and Universal Studios, Hollywood. The service departs Chicago at 2:25 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Universal Studios, Hollywood at 08:33:00. All services require a transfer at Los Angeles and take an average of 44h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakMetro Los Angeles44h 8m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakMetro Los Angeles44h 13m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakMetro Los Angeles44h 13m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakMetro Los Angeles44h 8m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakMetro Los Angeles44h 8m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chicago to Universal Studios, Hollywood? 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: 2,241.2 mi
  • Duration: 44h 10m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Universal Studios, Hollywood, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Los Angeles once daily. Tickets cost $1,200–1,900 and the journey takes 43h 32m.

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