IL → CA · about 1,653 miles
Galesburg to Sacramento train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Galesburg to Sacramento. The fastest takes 48 hours 22 minutes; every train leaves at 4:43 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 48h 22m
- Leaves at
- 4:43 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Galesburg Amtrak Station and arrives at Sacramento. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:43 PM | 3:05 PM +2 day | 48h 22m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 4:43 PM | 3:22 PM +2 day | 48h 39m | Daily from Dec 7 | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Galesburg Where you get off in Sacramento The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Galesburg
- Galesburg Amtrak Station Map of Galesburg Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Sacramento
Return trip: Sacramento to Galesburg
Questions
How long is the train from Galesburg to Sacramento?
The fastest direct train takes 48 hours 22 minutes.
What time is the first train from Galesburg to Sacramento?
Every departure is at 4:43 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Galesburg to Sacramento?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Galesburg?
Trains to Sacramento leave from Galesburg Amtrak Station.