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Compare bus, train, and flight for Eureka, CA to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eureka, CA to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $477. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $477, and a flight costs an average of $666.
Distance: 1881 miles (3028 km)
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$494 Average price Cheapest | $670 Average price |
70h 58m Average total duration 70h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 4m Average total duration Fastest 8h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Eureka, CA to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Eureka, CA to Chicago, IL trains for today, Wednesday, April 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:25 PM Eureka, CA | 76h20 | 10:45 PM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Eureka, CA to Chicago, IL
Trains from Eureka, CA to Chicago, IL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 70h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $477 (€383) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 10:10, the last at 15:05. The fastest train covers the 1881 miles (3028 km) distance in 76h 20m.
Distance 1881 miles (3028 km) |
Average train duration 70h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $477 (€383) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 76h 20m |
First train 10:10 AM |
Last train 3:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Eureka, CA to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Eureka, CA and Chicago, IL from $477 (€383). 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 Eureka, CA to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eureka, 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 Eureka, 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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