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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Stockton ACE Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Cheapest | |||||
| Stockton ACE Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Fastest | |||||
| San Joaquin Street Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | |||||
| San Joaquin Street Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | |||||
| Stockton ACE Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Stockton to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 13 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $225, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $329
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Stockton, CA 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 Stockton to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Stockton to Chicago start from $464. The average price for this train route is around $464. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Stockton to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from Stockton to Chicago is 2d 20h, covering a distance of 1788 miles (2884 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Stockton to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Stockton to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from Stockton to Chicago at 6:29pm. And the latest train departs at 6:29pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stockton, CA to Chicago was searched and found on Feb 2, 2026 with a price of $236To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stockton, CA to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $236 to $1,529 for a train ticket from Stockton, CA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $236 which is on 2026-02-02.
