Southwest Chief Chicago-LA — intercity rail service.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chicago Union Station Chicago | Start | 15:15 |
| 2 | Kansas City Kansas City | 22:00 | 22:00 |
| 3 | Albuquerque Albuquerque | 13:05 | 13:05 |
| 4 | Flagstaff Flagstaff | 17:07 | 17:07 |
| 5 | Los Angeles Union Station Los Angeles | 08:15 | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official United States railways records and may vary due to delays or seasonal changes. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
Southwest Chief Chicago-LA — intercity rail service.
The train runs on every day of the week. The full route covers 5 stops with a total journey time of approximately 17h 0m.
Available travel classes include Coach, Business, First Class. Fares start from USD 35 for Coach.
Book Southwest Chief Chicago-LA tickets at amtrak.com, the official Amtrak portal. Online booking opens 30 to 120 days before departure depending on the operator. Book in advance for the best seat selection and lowest available fares.
Passengers are advised to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to locate the correct platform and coach.
Reserved seating
Premium seating, exclusive coach
Reserved seating
Book Southwest Chief Chicago-LA tickets at amtrak.com, the official Amtrak portal. Compare fares and seat availability before booking. Online booking typically opens 30 to 90 days before departure.
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Visit AmtrakSouthwest Chief Chicago-LA departs at 15:15 and arrives at the final destination at 08:15. Total journey time is approximately 17h 0m. Always verify current timings with Amtrak before travelling.
Southwest Chief Chicago-LA fares start from approximately 35 (economy class). Book at amtrak.com for the latest prices.
Book Southwest Chief Chicago-LA tickets at amtrak.com, the official Amtrak booking portal. Tickets are also available at station booking offices. Book in advance for popular routes and holiday periods.
Southwest Chief Chicago-LA makes 5 stops. The route starts at Chicago Union Station and ends at Los Angeles Union Station. Major intermediate stops include Kansas City, Albuquerque, Flagstaff.
Check the running days shown in the hero section on this page. Some routes run daily, others run on selected days only. Always verify the current running schedule on the Amtrak website or app before booking.
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