Trains tickets from Chicago to Riverside (CA)

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 20 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: May 22 at
    Destination city: Riverside
    Destination location: Riverside Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 20 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: May 22 at
    Destination city: Riverside
    Destination location: Riverside Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 20 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: May 22 at
    Destination city: Riverside
    Destination location: Riverside Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 20 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: May 22 at
    Destination city: Riverside
    Destination location: Riverside Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 20 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: May 22 at
    Destination city: Riverside
    Destination location: Riverside Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Riverside.

Average Price$324 - $396Average Duration2d 16h
68kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average Price$240 - $414Average Duration1d 22h
249kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Riverside

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Riverside. The journey takes about 1 day, 22 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $240, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
1d 22hAverage Duration
$240Cheapest ticket
249kgCO₂ emissions

Train Chicago to Riverside: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$304
Average train trip duration1d 22h
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure7:40am
Distance1696 miles (2735 km)
Latest train departure2:25pm

Chicago to Riverside Train

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

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05/18
$252
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$331
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Riverside was searched and found on May 18, 2025 with a price of $252

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

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Chicago to Riverside is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Riverside, 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 Riverside, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Chicago to Riverside, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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 traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Chicago and Riverside is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $304 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $240. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Riverside, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to Riverside in about 1d 22h - that's the fastest way to get there!

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