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Trip Overview

The train between Chico and Palo Alto takes 6h 39m. There is at least one train per day from Chico to Palo Alto. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 39m
Duration
230 mi
Distance
$145
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Chico to Palo Alto train times

Trains run once daily between Chico and Palo Alto. The service departs Chico at 4:12 AM at night, which arrives into Palo Alto at 10:52:00. All services require a transfer at San Jose and take an average of 6h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    AmtrakCaltrain6h 40m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakCaltrain6h 40m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    AmtrakCaltrain6h 39m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakCaltrain6h 39m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakCaltrain6h 40m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakCaltrain6h 40m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chico to Palo Alto? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Chico to Palo Alto.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 229.8 mi
  • Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Chico, CA, USA and Palo Alto, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chico Amtrak to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $110–190 and the journey takes 6h 2m.

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