CA → IL · about 1,653 miles
Barstow to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Barstow to Chicago. The fastest takes 39 hours 57 minutes; every train leaves at 8:47 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 39h 57m
- Leaves at
- 8:47 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Barstow and arrives at Chicago Union Station. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:47 PM | 2:44 PM +2 day | 39h 57m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Barstow Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Barstow
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Barstow
Questions
How long is the train from Barstow to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 39 hours 57 minutes.
What time is the first train from Barstow to Chicago?
Every departure is at 8:47 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Barstow to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Barstow?
Trains to Chicago leave from Barstow Amtrak station.