CA → CA · about 211 miles
Salinas to Chico train schedule
Amtrak runs 6 direct trains a week from Salinas to Chico. The fastest takes 7 hours 24 minutes; every train leaves at 6:13 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 6
- Fastest trip
- 7h 24m
- Leaves at
- 6:13 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Salinas and arrives at Chico Amtrak. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:13 PM | 1:37 AM +1 day | 7h 24m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Salinas Where you get off in Chico The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Salinas
- Salinas bus stop Map of Salinas bus stop (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Chico
- Chico Amtrak Map of Chico Amtrak (Google Maps)
Questions
How long is the train from Salinas to Chico?
The fastest direct train takes 7 hours 24 minutes.
What time is the first train from Salinas to Chico?
Every departure is at 6:13 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Salinas to Chico?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Salinas?
Trains to Chico leave from Salinas bus stop.