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Trip Overview

The average train between Chesapeake and California takes 3d 8h and the fastest train takes 3d 1h. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Chesapeake to California. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3d 8h
Duration
3,217 mi
Distance
$2,155
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Chesapeake to California train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Chesapeake and California. The earliest departure is at 8:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chesapeake is at 4:05 PM which arrives into California at 7:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Petersburg Amtrak Station and take an average of 3d 8h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Arrives +3 days

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak3d 1h • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Arrives +3 days

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak3d 1h • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Arrives +3 days

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak3d 1h • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Arrives +3 days

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak3d 1h • 2 changes
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    Arrives +4 days

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak3d 21h • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives +4 days

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak3d 18h • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chesapeake to California? 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.

Map of how to get from Chesapeake to California.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 3,216.6 mi
  • Duration: 3d 8h

What companies run services between Chesapeake, City of Chesapeake, VA, USA and California, USA?

You can take a train from Norfolk to Los Angeles via Petersburg Amtrak Station and Chicago Union Station in around 2d 20h.

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