How much is the train ticket from Portland to Chico?

The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Chico start from R 1 257. The average price for this train route is around R 2 957. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Portland to Chico?

The average train journey time from Portland to Chico is 13h 50m, covering a distance of 650 km. The quickest train can get you there in 13h 50m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Portland 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 Portland to Chico?

The earliest train from Portland to Chico departs at 14:22. And the latest train departs at 14:22.

Train Portland to Chico from R 1 195 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Portland to Chico on 2 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:22	Union Station	13h 50m	04:12	Chico	CheapestFastest
14:22	Union Station	13h 50m	04:12	Chico	No tags
14:22	Union Station	22h 18m	12:40	Chico	No tags
14:22	Union Station	22h 18m	12:40	Chico	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Chico on 3 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:22	Union Station	13h 50m	04:12	Chico	CheapestFastest
14:22	Union Station	13h 50m	04:12	Chico	No tags
14:22	Union Station	22h 18m	12:40	Chico	No tags
14:22	Union Station	22h 18m	12:40	Chico	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Chico on 4 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:22	Union Station	13h 50m	04:12	Chico	CheapestFastest
14:22	Union Station	13h 50m	04:12	Chico	No tags
14:22	Union Station	22h 18m	12:40	Chico	No tags
14:22	Union Station	22h 18m	12:40	Chico	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Chico on 5 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:22	Union Station	13h 50m	04:12	Chico	CheapestFastest
14:22	Union Station	13h 50m	04:12	Chico	No tags
14:22	Union Station	22h 18m	12:40	Chico	No tags
14:22	Union Station	22h 18m	12:40	Chico	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Chico on 6 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:22	Union Station	13h 50m	04:12	Chico	CheapestFastest
14:22	Union Station	13h 50m	04:12	Chico	No tags
14:22	Union Station	22h 18m	12:40	Chico	No tags
14:22	Union Station	22h 18m	12:40	Chico	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Chico on 7 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:22	Union Station	13h 50m	04:12	Chico	CheapestFastest
14:22	Union Station	13h 50m	04:12	Chico	No tags
14:22	Union Station	22h 18m	12:40	Chico	No tags
14:22	Union Station	22h 18m	12:40	Chico	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Chico on 8 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:22	Union Station	13h 50m	04:12	Chico	CheapestFastest
14:22	Union Station	13h 50m	04:12	Chico	No tags
14:22	Union Station	22h 18m	12:40	Chico	No tags
14:22	Union Station	22h 18m	12:40	Chico	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:10 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland 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 10 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 081, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

10h 20mAverage duration

650 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 081 - R 2 989	Average duration10h 20m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 257 - R 11 438	Average duration13h 50m	CO₂ emissions 59kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 754 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5754 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 257

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, OR 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 Portland to Chico?
The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Chico start from R 1 257. The average price for this train route is around R 2 957. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Portland to Chico?
The average train journey time from Portland to Chico is 13h 50m, covering a distance of 650 km. The quickest train can get you there in 13h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Portland 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 Portland to Chico?
The earliest train from Portland to Chico departs at 14:22. And the latest train departs at 14:22.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

30/01

R 2 489

31/01

R 1 991

Today

R 2 223

02/02

R 1 759

03/02

R 1 527

04/02

R 1 527

05/02

R 1 759

06/02

R 1 527

The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Chico was searched and found on 03 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 527

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 527 to R 11 032 for a train ticket from Portland, OR to Chico based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 527, which is on 2026-02-03.