Scenic Night train · Amtrak (National Railroad Passenger Corporation)

Chicago to Emeryville night train

Everything you need to plan the Chicago–Emeryville sleeper: operators, cabins, times, prices and rail-pass rules.

Duration

52h 14m

Frequency

Daily

Distance

3924 km

night

2 nights onboard

Check availability

From €92

We link to the operator — we never mark up the fare.

Cabins & typical prices

Seat From €92

Sleeper Cabin From €650

Private Cabin From €2,000

Why take this train

Crosses the Rocky Mountains via Colorado's Front Range and the Sierra Nevada
One of Amtrak's longest routes at nearly 3,900km and over 52 hours
A third coach and third sleeper car were added in 2025 to meet demand
All meals included with Roomette and Bedroom fares
Ends at Emeryville in the San Francisco Bay Area, with a connecting bus into San Francisco

Rail passes & reservations

EurailNo

InterrailNo

Reservation requiredYes

No Eurail/Interrail equivalent; a USA Rail Pass (Amtrak, coach only) can be used for the seat but sleeper accommodation always requires full payment plus the compulsory room charge.

Before you use train or station Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi on a train or in a station is a network shared with other passengers. A VPN encrypts the connection between your device and the VPN server, one extra layer when you check email or log in to accounts on the road. NordVPN is one option.

See NordVPN

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Chicago to Emeryville night train take?

The journey takes about 52h 14m, with 2 nights on board.

How much does the Chicago–Emeryville sleeper cost?

Fares start from around €92 and rise with demand and cabin type. Booking early gets the lowest prices.

Is the Chicago to Emeryville train covered by Eurail or Interrail?

No — this operator does not accept Eurail or Interrail; buy a ticket directly.

What cabin types are available?

You can choose between seat, sleeper cabin and private cabin. A berth reservation is required.