How much is the train ticket from San Jose to Chico?

The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Chico start from $38. The average price for this train route is around $52. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from San Jose to Chico?

The average train ride duration from San Jose to Chico is 5h 39m, covering a distance of 166 miles (267 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Jose to Chico route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Jose to Chico?

The earliest train departs from San Jose to Chico at 7:58pm. And the latest train departs at 7:58pm.

Train San Jose to Chico from $39 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Jose to Chico on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		7:58pm	Diridon Station	5h 39m	1:37am	Chico	CheapestFastest
		7:58pm	Diridon Station	5h 39m	1:37am	Chico	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Chico on December 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:58pm	Diridon Station	5h 39m	1:37am	Chico	Cheapest
11:05am	Diridon Station	5h 15m	4:20pm	Chico	Fastest
7:58pm	Diridon Station	5h 39m	1:37am	Chico	No tags
6:18am	Diridon Station	5h 37m	11:55am	Chico	No tags
2:55pm	Diridon Station	5h 15m	8:10pm	Chico	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Chico on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:58pm	Diridon Station	5h 39m	1:37am	Chico	Cheapest
11:05am	Diridon Station	5h 15m	4:20pm	Chico	Fastest
7:58pm	Diridon Station	5h 39m	1:37am	Chico	No tags
6:18am	Diridon Station	5h 37m	11:55am	Chico	No tags
2:55pm	Diridon Station	5h 15m	8:10pm	Chico	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Chico on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:58pm	Diridon Station	5h 39m	1:37am	Chico	Cheapest
11:05am	Diridon Station	5h 15m	4:20pm	Chico	Fastest
7:58pm	Diridon Station	5h 39m	1:37am	Chico	No tags
6:18am	Diridon Station	5h 37m	11:55am	Chico	No tags
2:55pm	Diridon Station	5h 15m	8:10pm	Chico	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Chico on December 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:58pm	Diridon Station	5h 39m	1:37am	Chico	Cheapest
11:05am	Diridon Station	5h 15m	4:20pm	Chico	Fastest
7:58pm	Diridon Station	5h 39m	1:37am	Chico	No tags
6:18am	Diridon Station	5h 37m	11:55am	Chico	No tags
2:55pm	Diridon Station	5h 15m	8:10pm	Chico	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Chico on December 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:58pm	Diridon Station	5h 39m	1:37am	Chico	CheapestFastest
7:58pm	Diridon Station	5h 39m	1:37am	Chico	No tags
10:05am	Diridon Station	6h 15m	4:20pm	Chico	No tags
1:05pm	Diridon Station	7h 5m	8:10pm	Chico	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:07 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Chico

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chico. The journey takes about 5 hours 39 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

5h 39mAverage Duration

166 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $119	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$38 - $82	Average Duration5h 39m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5618 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 $38

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Jose, US to Chico by train

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

How much is the train ticket from San Jose to Chico?
The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Chico start from $38. The average price for this train route is around $52. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Jose to Chico?
The average train ride duration from San Jose to Chico is 5h 39m, covering a distance of 166 miles (267 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Jose to Chico route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Jose to Chico?
The earliest train departs from San Jose to Chico at 7:58pm. And the latest train departs at 7:58pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/29

$416

11/30

$61

Today

$55

12/02

$39

12/03

$44

12/04

$39

12/05

$39

12/06

$39

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Chico was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $39

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

You can expect to pay from $39 to $416 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Chico based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-12-02.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose, US to Chico?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time5h 50m	Avg Price$65	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 39m	Avg Price$52	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between San Jose, 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 $52 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $38. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chico, choose the train, as it will take you from San Jose, US to Chico in about 5h 39m - that's the fastest way to get there!