IL → CA · about 1,634 miles
Joliet to Palm Springs train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Joliet to Palm Springs. The fastest takes 60 hours 57 minutes; every train leaves at 3:05 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 60h 57m
- Leaves at
- 3:05 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Joliet Gateway Center 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:05 PM | 2:02 AM +3 day | 60h 57m | Tue, Fri, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Joliet Where you get off in Palm Springs The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Joliet
- Joliet Gateway Center Map of Joliet Gateway Center (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Palm Springs
Return trip: Palm Springs to Joliet
Questions
How long is the train from Joliet to Palm Springs?
The fastest direct train takes 60 hours 57 minutes.
What time is the first train from Joliet to Palm Springs?
Every departure is at 3:05 PM (Tue, Fri, Sun).
Which rail companies go from Joliet to Palm Springs?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Joliet?
Trains to Palm Springs leave from Joliet Gateway Center.