IL → CA · about 1,653 miles
Chicago to Barstow train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chicago to Barstow. The fastest takes 39 hours 38 minutes; every train leaves at 1:30 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 39h 38m
- Leaves at
- 1:30 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Barstow. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:30 PM | 3:08 AM +2 day | 39h 38m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Barstow The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Barstow
Return trip: Barstow to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Barstow?
The fastest direct train takes 39 hours 38 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Barstow?
Every departure is at 1:30 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Barstow?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Barstow leave from Chicago Union Station.