Trains tickets from Chicago to Fresno (CA), US

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Today19 Jun
from US$413
Tomorrow20 Jun
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Next departures to Fresno

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 19 June at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Fresno
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 19 June at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Fresno
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 19 June at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Fresno
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 19 June at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Fresno
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 19 June at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Fresno
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Fresno

Bus
Average priceUS$135 - US$755Average duration2d 9h
70kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$294 - US$413Average duration2d 9h
255kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Fresno

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Fresno. The journey takes about 2 days, 9 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$294, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
2d 9hAverage duration
US$294Cheapest ticket
255kgCO₂ emissions

Train Chicago to Fresno: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$352
Average train trip duration2d 9h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure14:00
Distance1741 miles

Chicago to Fresno Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Fresno (CA), US

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Chicago to Fresno cost?

    The average train ticket price from Chicago to Fresno is US$352. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Chicago to Fresno is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Chicago to Fresno?

    A train trip between Chicago and Fresno is around 2d 9h, although the fastest train will take about 2d 9h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1743 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Chicago and Fresno?

    The number of trains from Chicago to Fresno can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Chicago to Fresno by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Chicago to Fresno?

    When taking the train from Chicago to Fresno, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
17/06
US$397
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US$397
20/06
US$282
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Fresno was searched and found on 20 Jun 2025 with a price of US$282

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Fresno as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$282 to US$2,570 for a train ticket from Chicago to Fresno based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$282, which is on 2025-06-20.

About Train Travel

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Fresno you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Chicago and Fresno, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Chicago to Fresno.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Fresno?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Chicago and Fresno is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$352 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$294. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Fresno, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to Fresno in about 2d 9h – that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Fresno to Chicago

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