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Trip Overview

The train between Chicago and Folsom takes 2d 4h. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Chicago to Folsom. 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 4h
Duration
2,339 mi
Distance
$1,512
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

Chicago to Folsom train times

Trains run 5 times a week between Chicago and Folsom. The service departs Chicago at 2:00 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Folsom at 16:19:00. All services require a transfer at Sacramento and take an average of 2d 4h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakSacramento Regional Transit2d 4h • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakSacramento Regional Transit2d 4h • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakSacramento Regional Transit2d 4h • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakSacramento Regional Transit2d 4h • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakSacramento Regional Transit2d 4h • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chicago to Folsom? 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: 2,339.2 mi
  • Duration: 2d 4h

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Sacramento once daily. Tickets cost $1,200–2,000 and the journey takes 2d 3h.

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