IL → CA · about 1,749 miles
Chicago to Colfax train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chicago to Colfax. The fastest takes 48 hours 50 minutes; every train leaves at 2:00 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 48h 50m
- Leaves at
- 2:00 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Colfax Amtrak 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:00 PM | 12:50 PM +2 day | 48h 50m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:00 PM | 1:11 PM +2 day | 49h 11m | Daily from Dec 7 | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Colfax The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Colfax
Return trip: Colfax to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Colfax?
The fastest direct train takes 48 hours 50 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Colfax?
Every departure is at 2:00 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Colfax?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Colfax leave from Chicago Union Station.