Train San Francisco CA - Chicago IL

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Travel information

Train Ticket Price: $138
Avg. Train Duration: 53h
Train Companies: Amtrak
Daily Trains: 11
Trains depart from: San Francisco
Trains arrive in: Chicago

Information about the train from San Francisco to Chicago. The train is one of the safest modes of transportation in existence, and offers a comfortable atmosphere for you to relax on your journey from San Francisco to Chicago. Best of all, getting from San Francisco to Chicago is budget-friendly, with train tickets starting at just $138. This is an estimate, so please contact the train ticket seller directly for precise information.

Route

According to our database there is a direct train route between San Francisco and Chicago. Book now to not miss out! Take a look at the available schedules and use the calendar to choose your preferred travel date(s).

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Tickets and schedules

San Francisco, CA - Transbay Temporary Terminal (SFC)

Chicago, IL - Union Station (CHI)

55h 30m

$237

Amtrak

San Francisco, CA - Fisherman's Wharf (SFW)

Chicago, IL - Union Station (CHI)

53h 35m

$138

Amtrak

San Francisco, CA - Fisherman's Wharf (SFW)

Chicago, IL - Union Station (CHI)

76h 32m

$194

Amtrak

San Francisco, CA - Financial District (SFF)

Chicago, IL - Union Station (CHI)

76h 17m

$194

Amtrak

San Francisco, CA - Financial District (SFF)

Chicago, IL - Union Station (CHI)

53h 10m

$138

Amtrak

San Francisco, CA - Transbay Temporary Terminal (SFC)

Chicago, IL - Union Station (CHI)

76h 7m

$194

Amtrak

San Francisco, CA - Transbay Temporary Terminal (SFC)

Chicago, IL - Union Station (CHI)

53h

$138

Amtrak

San Francisco, CA - Transbay Temporary Terminal (SFC)

Chicago, IL - Union Station (CHI)

75h 57m

$237

Amtrak

San Francisco, CA - Fisherman's Wharf (SFW)

Chicago, IL - Union Station (CHI)

65h 15m

$220

Amtrak

San Francisco, CA - Financial District (SFF)

Chicago, IL - Union Station (CHI)

65h

$220

Amtrak

San Francisco, CA - Transbay Temporary Terminal (SFC)

Chicago, IL - Union Station (CHI)

64h 45m

$220

Amtrak

Frequently asked questions

How can I get cheap train tickets to go from San Francisco to Chicago?

If you want to get cheap train tickets from San Francisco to Chicago we recommend that you book in advance as the best Amtrak tickets sell out fast.The cheapest ticket is usually $138 and the most expensive one to go to Chicago is approximately $237. .

What time is the first train from San Francisco?

The first train leaves at 05:20 from San Francisco and costs $237 while the last one arriving at Chicago costs $220 and it is at 15:55.

What companies can help me on my trip?

The companies that can help you are: Amtrak.

How can I get ticket refund on Amtrak?

Each company has its rules and depending on the ticket, price, and offer different refund policies apply. We recommend that you contact the company where you bought the ticket to get a solution.

How far is San Francisco from Chicago?

The approximate distance between the two places is 3463 km. With the route we propose, it will take approximately 53h.

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