CA → CA · about 435 miles
Chico to Los Angeles train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chico to Los Angeles. The fastest takes 16 hours 24 minutes; every train leaves at 4:12 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 16h 24m
- Leaves at
- 4:12 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chico Amtrak and arrives at Van Nuys. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:12 AM | 8:36 PM | 16h 24m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Chico Where you get off in Los Angeles The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chico
- Chico Amtrak Map of Chico Amtrak (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Los Angeles
Return trip: Los Angeles to Chico
Questions
How long is the train from Chico to Los Angeles?
The fastest direct train takes 16 hours 24 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chico to Los Angeles?
Every departure is at 4:12 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chico to Los Angeles?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chico?
Trains to Los Angeles leave from Chico Amtrak.