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Trip Overview

The average train between Chico and San Diego takes 21h 2m and the fastest train takes 20h 52m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Chico to San Diego. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

21h 2m
Duration
764 mi
Distance
$493
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Chico to San Diego train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Chico and San Diego. The service departs Chico at 4:12 AM at night, which arrives into San Diego at 01:04:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 21h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak20h 52m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak20h 52m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak20h 52m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak20h 52m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak20h 52m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chico to San Diego? 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.

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  • Distance: 763.8 mi
  • Duration: 21h 2m

What companies run services between Chico, CA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Chico Amtrak to San Diego via Los Angeles in around 20h 51m.

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