IL → CA · about 1,705 miles
Chicago to Truckee train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chicago to Truckee. The fastest takes 46 hours 33 minutes; every train leaves at 2:00 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 46h 33m
- Leaves at
- 2:00 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Truckee 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 | 10:33 AM +2 day | 46h 33m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:00 PM | 10:44 AM +2 day | 46h 44m | Daily from Dec 7 | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Truckee The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Truckee
- Truckee Amtrak Station Map of Truckee Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Truckee to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Truckee?
The fastest direct train takes 46 hours 33 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Truckee?
Every departure is at 2:00 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Truckee?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Truckee leave from Chicago Union Station.