How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Chico?

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Chico start from R 1 489. The average price for this train route is around R 2 331. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Chico?

The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Chico is 15h 46m, covering a distance of 708 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 46m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Chico route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Chico?

The earliest train from Los Angeles to Chico departs at 09:13. And the latest train departs at 09:51.

Train Los Angeles to Chico from R 1 834 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Chico on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:13	Union Station	17h 27m	12:40	Chico	Cheapest
09:51	Union Station	15h 46m	01:37	Chico	Fastest
09:51	Union Station	15h 46m	01:37	Chico	No tags
09:13	Union Station	16h 24m	01:37	Chico	No tags
09:13	Union Station	16h 24m	01:37	Chico	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 4:52 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Chico

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chico. The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

11h 40mAverage duration

691 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 136 - R 4 603	Average duration11h 40m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 489 - R 7 163	Average duration15h 46m	CO₂ emissions 64kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5636 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 489

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Chico by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Chico?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Chico start from R 1 489. The average price for this train route is around R 2 331. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Chico?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Chico is 15h 46m, covering a distance of 708 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 46m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Chico route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Chico?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to Chico departs at 09:13. And the latest train departs at 09:51.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/12

R 1 834

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R 1 834

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R 2 076

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R 1 851

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R 1 851

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The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Chico was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 834

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Los Angeles, US to Chico as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 834 to R 12 245 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Chico based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 851, which is on 2025-12-12.