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Cheap train tickets from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL
Showing times and prices for Sep 13
Cheapest
$307
Average
$318
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Cheapest
581 Pacific Surfliner
02:01PM46h41
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA02:42PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$3071One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
581 Pacific Surfliner
02:10PM46h32
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA02:42PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$3071One-way
1 transfer
2nd Cheapest
785 Pacific Surfliner
04:10PM67h34
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA01:44PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$3121One-way
1 transfer
785 Pacific Surfliner
04:01PM67h43
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA01:44PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$3131One-way
1 transfer
785 Pacific Surfliner
04:01PM68h38
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA02:39PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$3531One-way
2 transfers
Train schedule from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL
Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 13
Amtrak
581 Pacific Surfliner
02:01PM46h41
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA02:42PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
1 transfer
Amtrak
581 Pacific Surfliner
02:10PM46h32
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA02:42PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
1 transfer
Amtrak
785 Pacific Surfliner
04:01PM68h38
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA02:39PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
2 transfers
Amtrak
785 Pacific Surfliner
04:01PM67h43
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA01:44PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
1 transfer
Amtrak
785 Pacific Surfliner
04:10PM68h29
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA02:39PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
2 transfers
Amtrak
785 Pacific Surfliner
04:10PM67h34
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA01:44PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
1 transfer
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Fastest train times from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL
Showing times and prices for Sep 13
Fastest Journey
1 d 22 h 32 m
Average
2 d 12 h 56 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
2784 km
It's difficult to get from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL without transferring at least once.
Fastest
581 Pacific Surfliner
02:10PM46h32
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA02:42PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$3071One-way
1 transfer
2nd Fastest
581 Pacific Surfliner
02:01PM46h41
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA02:42PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$3071One-way
1 transfer
785 Pacific Surfliner
04:10PM67h34
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA01:44PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$3121One-way
1 transfer
785 Pacific Surfliner
04:01PM67h43
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA01:44PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$3131One-way
1 transfer
785 Pacific Surfliner
04:10PM68h29
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA02:39PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$3531One-way
2 transfers
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Overview: Train from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL
 Distance | 1726 miles (2784 km) |
|---|---|
 Average train duration | 46 h 40 min |
 Average train ticket price | $360 (€305) |
 Direct train | No |
 Train providers | Amtrak |
Trains from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL cover the 1726 miles (2784 km) long trip taking on average 46 h 40 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $220 (€187), but the average price of train tickets is $360 (€305).
Train companies: Amtrak from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL trains
Amtrak trains will get you from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL from $225 (€191). 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 to Chicago, IL from San Diego, CA.
San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL train information with Amtrak:
- Average Duration: 46 h 40 min
- Cheapest Price: $225
- Amtrak frequency: 1 a day
FAQs: Trains from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL
FAQs: Travel by train from San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL.
Cheap train tickets from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL can start from as little as $220 (€187) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL is $360 (€305); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL is 46 h 40 min to travel the 1726 mile (2784 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The first train from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL leaves at 9: 01 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL leaves at 11: 10 PM.
For the best San Diego, 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 companies with services from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 10 PM.
The cheapest month to travel from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL by train is February.
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