Palm Springs, CA to Chicago, IL train with Amtrak

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Palm Springs, CA to Chicago, IL

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Trains from Palm Springs, CA to Chicago, IL run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1d 46h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $511 (€413) but you can travel from only $237 (€192) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $237 (€192)

Distance

1661 miles (2674 km)

Average train duration

1d 46h 32m

Cheapest ticket price

$511 (€413)

Trains per day

Fastest train

1d 46h 32m

First train

00:36

Last train

14:50

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $237 (€192)

Train providers: Amtrak from Palm Springs, CA to Chicago, IL trains

Travel from Palm Springs, CA to Chicago, IL on Amtrak trains with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

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.

FAQs: Trains from Palm Springs, CA to Chicago, IL

FAQs: Travel by train from Palm Springs, CA to Chicago, IL 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 Palm Springs, CA to Chicago, IL.

The first train from Palm Springs, CA to Chicago, IL leaves at 7: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Palm Springs, CA to Chicago, IL leaves at 2: 50 PM.

There are 4 trains a day from Palm Springs, CA to Chicago, IL which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Palm Springs, CA to Chicago, IL train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Palm Springs, CA to Chicago, IL to compare what amenities they may offer.

A day trip to Chicago, IL from Palm Springs, CA is worth doing with a journey time of min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.