How much is the train ticket from Reno to Chico?

The cheapest train tickets from Reno to Chico start from R 1 838. The average price for this train route is around R 2 604. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Reno to Chico?

The average train journey time from Reno to Chico is 16h 13m, covering a distance of 176 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 13m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Reno 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 Reno to Chico?

The earliest train from Reno to Chico departs at 09:24. And the latest train departs at 10:24.

Train Reno to Chico from R 2 702 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Reno to Chico on 2 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	09:24	Reno Station	16h 13m	01:37	Chico	CheapestFastest
	Train	09:24	Reno Station	16h 13m	01:37	Chico	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 7:00 PM PDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Reno 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 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 769, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

4h 50mAverage duration

176 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 769 - R 2 291	Average duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 838 - R 12 718	Average duration16h 13m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 782 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5782 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 1 838

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Reno 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 Reno to Chico?
The cheapest train tickets from Reno to Chico start from R 1 838. The average price for this train route is around R 2 604. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Reno to Chico?
The average train journey time from Reno to Chico is 16h 13m, covering a distance of 176 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 13m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Reno 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 Reno to Chico?
The earliest train from Reno to Chico departs at 09:24. And the latest train departs at 10:24.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

30/03

R 2 186

31/03

R 2 891

Today

R 2 822

02/04

R 2 702

03/04

No data

04/04

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The cheapest trip from Reno to Chico was searched and found on 30 Mar 2026 with a price of R 2 186

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 186 to R 19 597 for a train ticket from Reno to Chico based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 702, which is on 2026-04-02.