Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA Train
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Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA by train
The journey from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA by train is 1,855.87 mi and takes 54 hr 55 min. There are 1 connections per day, with the first departure at 11:00 AM and the last at 11:00 AM. It is possible to travel from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA by train for as little as $221.93 or as much as $230.24. The best price for this journey is $221.93.
| Lowest Price | $221.93 |
| Journey Duration | 54 hr 55 min |
| Connection per Day | Greyhound, Amtrak, Burlington Trailways 1 |
| Lowest Price | Greyhound, Amtrak, Burlington Trailways $221.93 |
| Highest Price | Greyhound, Amtrak, Burlington Trailways $230.24 |
| First Departure | Greyhound, Amtrak, Burlington Trailways 11:00 AM |
| Last Departure | Greyhound, Amtrak, Burlington Trailways 11:00 AM |
| Distance | Greyhound, Amtrak, Burlington Trailways 1,855.87 mi |
| Departure | Greyhound, Amtrak, Burlington Trailways Chicago, IL |
| Arrival | Greyhound, Amtrak, Burlington Trailways San Francisco, CA |
| Carriers | Greyhound, Amtrak Greyhound, Amtrak, Burlington Trailways |
Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA Train Times
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Best time to book Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA travel
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA
The cheapest Chicago, IL - San Francisco, CA train tickets can be found for as low as $97.89 if you’re lucky, or $162.53 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $232.31.
Find the best day to travel to San Francisco, CA by train
When travelling to San Francisco, CA by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Greyhound, Amtrak and Burlington Trailways from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA
Compare services on board when travelling from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA by train.
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Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
209.07kg
Bus
224.01kg
Flight
597.35kg
Car
477.88kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Chicago, IL and San Francisco, CA are 209.07kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Chicago, IL and San Francisco, CA? By taking the train between Chicago, IL and San Francisco, CA you will save 388.28kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 14.94kg compared to a bus and 268.81kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA?
A train ticket from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA is $226.08. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $221.93.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA is $221.93. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Chicago, IL and San Francisco, CA by train?
Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA is 1,855.87 mi.
How long does the train between Chicago, IL and San Francisco, CA take?
Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA is on average 54 hr 55 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 54 hr 55 min.
Which companies operate from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA?
The train journey from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound, Amtrak and Burlington Trailways.
How many train connections per day go from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA?
Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA has 1 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA leave?
The earliest train from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA departs at 11:00 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA depart?
The latest train from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA departs at 11:00 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $221.93 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Chicago, IL and San Francisco, CA is 54 hr 55 min.
Is there a direct train from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA?
Yes, there is a direct train between Chicago, IL and San Francisco, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA by train?
The train journey from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA creates 209.07kg of CO2 emissions.