IL → CA · about 1,531 miles
Chicago to Needles train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chicago to Needles. The fastest takes 36 hours 19 minutes; every train leaves at 1:30 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 36h 19m
- Leaves at
- 1:30 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Needles Amtrak. 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 | 11:49 PM +1 day | 36h 19m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Needles The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Needles
- Needles Amtrak Map of Needles Amtrak (Google Maps)
Return trip: Needles to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Needles?
The fastest direct train takes 36 hours 19 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Needles?
Every departure is at 1:30 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Needles?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Needles leave from Chicago Union Station.