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Cheap train tickets from Chicago to Los Angeles

Showing times and prices for Sep 29

Cheapest

€398

Average

€415

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago to Los Angeles is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

01:55PM63h40

Union Station

05:35AMUnion Station

€3981One-way

0 transfers

01:55PM63h40

Union Station

05:35AMUnion Station

€3981One-way

1 transfer

03:05PM73h30

Union Station

04:35PMUnion Station

€4261One-way

4 transfers

03:05PM73h30

Union Station

04:35PMUnion Station

€4261One-way

4 transfers

03:05PM73h30

Union Station

04:35PMUnion Station

€4261One-way

4 transfers

Train schedule from Chicago to Los Angeles

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 29

Amtrak

01:55PM65h40

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02:50PM43h10

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03:05PM75h30

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04:35PMUnion Station

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03:05PM80h06

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03:05PM75h30

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Amtrak

03:05PM75h30

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04:35PMUnion Station

4 transfers

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Fastest train times from Chicago to Los Angeles

Showing times and prices for Sep 29

Fastest Journey

1d 19 h 10 m

Average

2d 17 h 6 m

Trains per day

Distance

2802 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Chicago for Los Angeles every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

02:50PM43h10

Union Station

08:00AMUnion Station

€1851One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

01:55PM65h40

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05:35AMUnion Station

€3541One-way

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2nd Fastest

01:55PM65h40

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05:35AMUnion Station

€3541One-way

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03:05PM75h30

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04:35PMUnion Station

€3791One-way

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04:35PMUnion Station

€3791One-way

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Overview: Train from Chicago to Los Angeles

	Distance	1737 miles (2801 km)
	Average train ticket price	$311 (€278)
	Train frequency	1 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there is 1 direct train a day
	Train companies	Amtrak

Trains from Chicago to Los Angeles cover the 1737 miles (2801 km) long journey taking on average 63 h 50 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. Normally, there is 1 train operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $311 (€278), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $311 (€278).

Train providers: Amtrak from Chicago to Los Angeles trains

Amtrak trains will get you to Los Angeles from Chicago from $311 (€278). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey between Chicago and Los Angeles.

Train information from Chicago to Los Angeles with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 63 h 50 min
Cheapest Price: $311
Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Chicago to Los Angeles

FAQs: Travel by train from Chicago to Los Angeles easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Chicago to Los Angeles.

Cheap train tickets from Chicago to Los Angeles can start from as little as $311 (€278) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Chicago to Los Angeles is $311 (€278); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from Chicago to Los Angeles is on average 63 h 50 min for the 1737 mile (2801 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Los Angeles from Chicago by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The train from Chicago to Los Angeles leaves at 7: 00 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Chicago to Los Angeles with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Take the Chicago to Los Angeles train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey from Chicago to Los Angeles as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 00 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Chicago to Los Angeles by train is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Chicago and Los Angeles including taking a bus or flight.

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