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LAX — CHI
Nov 5 — Nov 121
1 adult
Tue 11/5

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Amtrak
With transfers
43h 23m
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43h 23m
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With transfers
43h 23m
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With transfers
43h 23m
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43h 23m
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43h 23m
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Los Angeles to Chicago train information

Find information about ticket prices, popular stations, and train companies that offer trains from Los Angeles to Chicago

ROUND-TRIP FROM

$330

ONE-WAY FROM

$136

AVG TRAVEL TIME

47h 25m

TRAIN COMPANIES

Amtrak
The best round-trip train deal from Los Angeles to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $330
The best one-way train deal from Los Angeles to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $136
Average time it takes to travel by train from Los Angeles to Chicago
There is 1 train company servicing this route: Amtrak

Los Angeles Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in Los Angeles
Los Angeles La Crescenta Honolulu and Lowell AveLos Angeles, 34.231945, -118.26651
Los Angeles LittlerockLos Angeles, 34.52134, -118.00058
Los Angeles Catalina Express TerminalLos Angeles, 33.74899, -118.274925
Los Angeles ClaremontLos Angeles, 34.094467, -117.71686
Los Angeles Westwood-UCLA, CaliforniaLos Angeles, 34.06877, -118.44898
Los Angeles GlendaleLos Angeles, 34.123707, -118.258865

Chicago Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in Chicago
Chicago UnionChicago, 41.87864, -87.64025

Book round-trip train tickets from Los Angeles to Chicago

Below are the quickest and cheapest round-trip train tickets from Los Angeles to Chicago that we could find in the past 72 hours. You can also search by a specific date by using the search form above.
Amtrak
Nov 22
5:19 pmLos Angeles Union
43h 23m
2:42 pmChicago Union
Nov 28
2:25 pmChicago Union
43h 32m
7:57 amLos Angeles Union
Amtrak
Nov 14
5:19 pmLos Angeles Union
43h 23m
2:42 pmChicago Union
Nov 18
2:25 pmChicago Union
43h 32m
7:57 amLos Angeles Union
Amtrak
Nov 26
5:19 pmLos Angeles Union
43h 23m
2:42 pmChicago Union
Dec 2
2:25 pmChicago Union
43h 32m
7:57 amLos Angeles Union
Amtrak
Nov 16
5:19 pmLos Angeles Union
43h 23m
2:42 pmChicago Union
Nov 23
2:25 pmChicago Union
43h 32m
7:57 amLos Angeles Union
Amtrak
Nov 16
5:19 pmLos Angeles Union
43h 23m
2:42 pmChicago Union
Nov 23
2:25 pmChicago Union
43h 32m
7:57 amLos Angeles Union
Amtrak
Nov 14
5:19 pmLos Angeles Union
43h 23m
2:42 pmChicago Union
Nov 19
2:25 pmChicago Union
43h 32m
7:57 amLos Angeles Union

Book one-way train tickets from Los Angeles to Chicago

Below are the fastest and cheapest one-way train tickets from Los Angeles to Chicago we’ve found in the last 72 hours. Select a deal below or use the search form above to find train tickets by date.
Amtrak
Dec 17
5:19 pmLos Angeles Union
43h 23m
2:42 pmChicago Union
Amtrak
Dec 17
5:19 pmLos Angeles Union
43h 23m
2:42 pmChicago Union
Amtrak
Dec 16
5:19 pmLos Angeles Union
43h 23m
2:42 pmChicago Union
Amtrak
Dec 16
5:19 pmLos Angeles Union
43h 23m
2:42 pmChicago Union
Amtrak
Jan 6
5:19 pmLos Angeles Union
43h 23m
2:42 pmChicago Union
Amtrak
Nov 11
5:19 pmLos Angeles Union
43h 23m
2:42 pmChicago Union

FAQs for booking trains from Los Angeles to Chicago

How much does a train ticket from Los Angeles to Chicago cost?

You can purchase a ticket from Los Angeles to Chicago within the week and expect to pay $136 or more one-way. The cost of your ticket may vary depending on when you book, so we recommend you plan early. $241 is what you can expect to pay for a train ride from Los Angeles to Chicago one-way.

How long is the train ride from Los Angeles to Chicago?

It takes 42h 55m to get from Los Angeles to Chicago by train. Travel time can vary by 4h 30m, so prioritize nonstop options for the quickest arrival. Amtrak has the quickest available train to your destination.

When should I purchase the train tickets from Los Angeles to Chicago?

The cost of a train from Los Angeles to Chicago is about $241 one-way this week. Our data shows that prices are fairly stable throughout the next 3 months. You can book now to make sure your seat is secured.

Which train companies operate between Los Angeles to Chicago?

Amtrak will take you from Los Angeles to Chicago. Amtrak has been recently found as the cheapest option from $330 round-trip.

How far is Los Angeles to Chicago by train?

A train from Los Angeles to Chicago will travel much more than the 1744.8 mi distance between them. The actual distance depends on the route taken, and stops along the way. The train journey is around 42h 55m long.


Amtrak trains from Los Angeles to Chicago

Our best Amtrak deals on Los Angeles to Chicago train tickets
Amtrak
Nov 22
AX95:19 pmLos Angeles Union
43h 23m
ZUN2:42 pmChicago Union
Nov 28
ZUN2:25 pmChicago Union
43h 32m
AX97:57 amLos Angeles Union
Amtrak
Nov 8
AX910:00 pmLos Angeles Union
61h 44m
ZUN1:44 pmChicago Union
Nov 15
ZUN2:25 pmChicago Union
43h 32m
AX97:57 amLos Angeles Union
Amtrak
Dec 24
AX95:19 pmLos Angeles Union
43h 23m
ZUN2:42 pmChicago Union
Jan 5
ZUN2:25 pmChicago Union
43h 32m
AX97:57 amLos Angeles Union

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Most frequently searched train routes to Chicago, along with the cheapest price and shortest travel time.
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Cheapest price$231
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