The average train between Chicago and California takes 2d 2h and the fastest train takes 43h 32m. There is at least one train per day from Chicago 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.
Trains run once daily between Chicago and California. The earliest departure is at 1:52 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Chicago is at 2:25 PM which arrives into California at 7:57 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2d 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago station and arriving at California station. Services depart once daily, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2d 2h.
Chicago to California train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.
Chicago to California train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.
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The distance between Chicago and California is 2,724.2 km. The road distance is 3,584 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Los Angeles once daily. Tickets cost $190–1,600 and the journey takes 43h 32m.
