Chicago to San Diego train
Cheap train tickets from Chicago to San Diego
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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago to San Diego is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Train schedule from Chicago to San Diego
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Fastest train times from Chicago to San Diego
Fastest Journey
2d 17 h 25 m
Average
2d 17 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
2784 km
Of the 1 trains that leave Chicago for San Diego every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Chicago to San Diego
 | Distance | 1726 miles (2784 km) |
 | Average train duration | 48 h 3 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $218 (€196) |
 | Direct train | No |
 | Train companies | Amtrak |
Trains from Chicago to San Diego cover the 1726 miles (2784 km) long journey taking on average 48 h 3 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. There are direct train services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $218 (€196), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $188 (€168).
Train providers: Amtrak from Chicago to San Diego trains
Travel from Chicago to San Diego from $188 (€168) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.
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 San Diego.
- Average Price: $188
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