IL → CA · about 1,659 miles
Chicago to Palm Springs train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Chicago to Palm Springs. The fastest takes 61 hours 52 minutes; every train leaves at 2:10 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 61h 52m
- Leaves at
- 2:10 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Palm Springs 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:10 PM | 2:02 AM +3 day | 61h 52m | Tue, Fri, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Palm Springs The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Palm Springs
Return trip: Palm Springs to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Palm Springs?
The fastest direct train takes 61 hours 52 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Palm Springs?
Every departure is at 2:10 PM (Tue, Fri, Sun).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Palm Springs?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Palm Springs leave from Chicago Union Station.