CA → CA · about 165 miles
San Jose to Chico train schedule
Amtrak runs 6 direct trains a week from San Jose to Chico. The fastest takes 5 hours 39 minutes; every train leaves at 7:58 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 6
- Fastest trip
- 5h 39m
- Leaves at
- 7:58 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from San Jose 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:58 PM | 1:37 AM +1 day | 5h 39m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in San Jose Where you get off in Chico The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in San Jose
Where the train stops in Chico
- Chico Amtrak Map of Chico Amtrak (Google Maps)
Return trip: Chico to San Jose
Questions
How long is the train from San Jose to Chico?
The fastest direct train takes 5 hours 39 minutes.
What time is the first train from San Jose to Chico?
Every departure is at 7:58 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from San Jose to Chico?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in San Jose?
Trains to Chico leave from San Jose bus stop.