Trip information

Departure: San Diego, CA
Arrival: Chicago, IL
Fastest route: 16h 31min
Distance: 3202km
Cheapest route: $83
Transfers: Between 0 and 2
Train companies: Amtrak

Cheap train schedules leaving on Sunday

One Passenger / One Trip

8:32am

San Diego, CA

San Diego

1:52pm

Chicago, IL

Chicago - Union Station

29h 20min

Amtrak
Texas Eagle

$140

9:21pm

San Diego, CA

San Diego - Sorrento Valley

1:52pm

Chicago, IL

Chicago - Union Station

16h 31min

++ 2 layovers

$83

9:21pm

San Diego, CA

San Diego - Sorrento Valley

11:52pm

Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles - Union Station

2h 31min

Amtrak
Pacific Surfliner

$33

7h 43min layover

7:35am

Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles - Union Station

8:30am

Chatsworth, CA

Chatsworth

0h 55min

Amtrak
Pacific Surfliner

$15

0h 45min layover

9:15am

Chatsworth, CA

Chatsworth

1:52pm

Chicago, IL

Chicago - Union Station

4h 37min

Amtrak
Texas Eagle

$35

Overview

Traveling from San Diego to Chicago by train

First departure
8:32am
Avg price
$111.5
Carriers
1
Last arrival
1:52pm

Train information San Diego - Chicago

The San Diego - Chicago route has approximately 2 frequencies and its minimum duration is around 16h 31min. It is important you book your ticket in advance to avoid running out, since $83 tickets tend to run out quickly.
The distance between San Diego and Chicago is around 3202 kilometers and bus companies that can help you in your journey are: Amtrak.

  • Trips per day 2
  • Direct trips 1

How long does it take to get from San Diego to Chicago by train?

The train journey may vary depending on the stops. The minimum duration is usually around 16h 31min to cover 3202 kilometers.

I'm looking for cheap tickets for this route ...

According to our data, the cheapest ticket costs $83 and leaves San Diego - Sorrento Valley. If you decide to make this journey you will have to do 2 stops before reaching Chicago - Union Station.

  • Avg duration 22h 55min
  • Cheapest price $83

What time does the last train leave?

The last train leaves at 9:21pm from San Diego - Sorrento Valley and arrives at 1:52pm at Chicago - Union Station. It will take 16h 31min, its price is $83 and the number of changes will be 2.

Are there any direct routes between San Diego and Chicago?

Yes, there are direct train routes, their duration is usually around 29h 20min and the price is $140.

  • Last train 9:21pm
  • Transfers 0

What are the train stations in San Diego?

  • San Diego - Sorrento Valley
  • San Diego

What are the train stations in Chicago?

  • Chicago - Union Station
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