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Trip Overview

The train between San Diego and Chicago Loop takes 46h 41m. There is at least one train per day from San Diego to Chicago Loop. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

46h 41m
Duration
2,305 mi
Distance
$680
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

San Diego to Chicago Loop train times

Trains run once daily between San Diego and Chicago Loop. The earliest departure is at 2:01 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from San Diego is at 2:01 PM which arrives into Chicago Loop at 2:42 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 46h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak46h 41m • 1 change

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak46h 41m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak46h 41m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak46h 41m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from San Diego to Chicago Loop? 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: 2,304.8 mi
  • Duration: 46h 41m

What companies run services between San Diego, CA, USA and Chicago Loop, IL, USA?

You can take a train from San Diego to Chicago Union Station via Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 46h 6m.

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