CA → IL · about 1,845 miles
Emeryville to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Emeryville to Chicago. The fastest takes 52 hours 14 minutes; the first train leaves at 8:08 AM and the last at 8:25 AM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 52h 14m
- First train
- 8:08 AM
- Last train
- 8:25 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Emeryville and arrives at Chicago Union 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:08 AM New | 2:39 PM +2 day | 52h 31m | Daily from Dec 7 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 8:25 AM | 2:39 PM +2 day | 52h 14m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Emeryville Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Emeryville
- Emeryville Amtrak station Map of Emeryville Amtrak station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Emeryville
Questions
How long is the train from Emeryville to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 52 hours 14 minutes.
What time is the first train from Emeryville to Chicago?
The earliest departure is at 8:08 AM (Daily) and the last at 8:25 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Emeryville to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Emeryville?
Trains to Chicago leave from Emeryville Amtrak station.