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Compare train, bus, and flight for Stockton, CA to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Stockton, CA to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $232. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $232, and a flight costs an average of $316.
Distance: 1791 miles (2883 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$420 Average price | $497 Average price | $271 Average price Cheapest |
54h 9m Average total duration 53h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 12m Average total duration Fastest 5h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 59h 59m Average total duration 59h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Stockton, CA to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Stockton, CA to Chicago, IL trains for tomorrow, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
717 Gold Runner · 14 Coast Starlight · 28 Empire Builder | 1:29 AM Stockton Station, Stockton, CA | 68h16 | 9:45 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stockton, CA to Chicago, IL
Trains from Stockton, CA to Chicago, IL run on average 6 times per day, taking around 53h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $349 (€283) but you can travel from only $232 (€188) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 13:52, the last at 15:05. The fastest train covers the 1791 miles (2883 km) distance in 51h 19m.
Distance 1791 miles (2883 km) |
Average train duration 53h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $349 (€283) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 51h 19m |
First train 13:52 |
Last train 15:05 |
Cheapest month Nov |
Cheapest day Fri |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Amtrak from Stockton, CA to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Stockton, CA and Chicago, IL from $232 (€188). 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 Stockton, CA to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockton, 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 Stockton, CA to Chicago, IL
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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