Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Irvine Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Irvine Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Irvine Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Irvine Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Irvine Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
Get from Irvine to Chicago
The journey takes about 1 day, 20 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $274, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5645 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $274
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Irvine, US to Chicago by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Irvine to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Irvine to Chicago start at $274. The average price for this train route is around $391. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Irvine to Chicago?
The average train trip from Irvine to Chicago takes 1d 20h and covers 2782 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Irvine to Chicago route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Irvine to Chicago?
The earliest train from Irvine to Chicago departs at 3:52pm. The latest train departs at 5:52pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Irvine, US to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $263To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Irvine, US to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $263 to $2,078 for a train ticket from Irvine, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $263 which is on 2025-12-15.
