CA → CA · about 386 miles
Chico to Santa Barbara train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chico to Santa Barbara. The fastest takes 14 hours; every train leaves at 4:12 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 14h 00m
- Leaves at
- 4:12 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chico Amtrak and arrives at Santa Barbara. 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 | 6:12 PM | 14h 00m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Chico Where you get off in Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara
- Santa Barbara Bus Stop Map of Santa Barbara Bus Stop (Google Maps)
Return trip: Santa Barbara to Chico
Questions
How long is the train from Chico to Santa Barbara?
The fastest direct train takes 14 hours.
What time is the first train from Chico to Santa Barbara?
Every departure is at 4:12 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chico to Santa Barbara?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chico?
Trains to Santa Barbara leave from Chico Amtrak.