IL → CA · about 1,730 miles
Chicago to Fullerton train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chicago to Fullerton. The fastest takes 43 hours 9 minutes; every train leaves at 1:30 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 43h 09m
- Leaves at
- 1:30 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Fullerton 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:30 PM | 6:39 AM +2 day | 43h 09m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Fullerton The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Fullerton
- Fullerton Amtrak Station Map of Fullerton Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Fullerton to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Fullerton?
The fastest direct train takes 43 hours 9 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Fullerton?
Every departure is at 1:30 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Fullerton?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Fullerton leave from Chicago Union Station.