The cheapest and fastest trains from California City, CA to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$582
Average price
$981
Fastest journey
1 d 18 h 42 m
Average duration
2 d 9 h 36 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
2728 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from California City, CA to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from California City, CA to Chicago, IL will cost around $981 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $582.
It's difficult to get from California City, CA to Chicago, IL without transferring at least once.
5612 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK · 14 Coast Starlight2:15 PM72h30California City, CA4:45 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$5821One-way4 transfers
5619 AMTRAK · 4 Southwest Chief6:00 PM42h42California City, CA2:42 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$13801One-way1 transfer
5619 AMTRAK · 4 Southwest Chief6:00 PM42h42California City, CA2:42 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$13801One-way1 transfer
5612 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK · 14 Coast Starlight2:15 PM72h30California City, CA4:45 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$5821One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for California City, CA to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from California City, CA to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $61, and a train costs an average of $187.
Distance: 1695 miles (2728 km)
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$270 Average price | $199 Average price Cheapest |
58h 55m Average total duration 58h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
California City, CA to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for California City, CA to Chicago, IL trains for today, Friday, April 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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5612 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK · 14 Coast Starlight | 9:15 PM California City, CA | 72h30 | 9:45 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 4 transfers | |
| Saturday, April 4 | |||||
5619 AMTRAK · 4 Southwest Chief | 1:00 AM California City, CA | 42h42 | 7:42 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from California City, CA to Chicago, IL
Trains from California City, CA to Chicago, IL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 58h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $187 (€152) but you can travel from only $61 (€50) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 12:55, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 1695 miles (2728 km) distance in 42h 12m.
Distance 1695 miles (2728 km) |
Average train duration 58h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $187 (€152) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 42h 12m |
First train 12:55 PM |
Last train 6:00 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from California City, CA to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between California City, CA and Chicago, IL from $61 (€50). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from California City, CA to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from California City, CA to Chicago, IL by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from California City, CA to Chicago, IL
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
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