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We recommend taking the busAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chico. The journey takes about 19 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train San Diego, CA, US to Chico: Trip Overview
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Based on 5555 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $119
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The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Chico was searched and found on Oct 27, 2025 with a price of $120To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Chico, as early as possible.
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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Chico you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between San Diego and Chico, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from San Diego to Chico while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Chico?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Diego, CA, US and Chico is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $162 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $122. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chico, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego, CA, US to Chico in about 19h 10m - that's the fastest way to get there!
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