The cheapest and fastest trains from San Bernardino, CA to Chico, CA
Cheapest price
$193
Average price
$193
Fastest journey
17 h 54 m
Average duration
17 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
744 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Bernardino, CA to Chico, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Bernardino, CA to Chico, CA will cost around $193 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $193.
It's difficult to get from San Bernardino, CA to Chico, CA without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for San Bernardino, CA to Chico, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Bernardino, CA to Chico, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €81. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 12h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €81, and a train costs an average of €89.
Distance: 462 miles (744 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€89 Average price | €81 Average price Cheapest |
13h 17m Average total duration 12h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 4m Average total duration Fastest 12h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Bernardino, CA to Chico, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Bernardino, CA to Chico, CA trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:43 AM San Bernardino, CA | 17h54 | 1:37 AM Chico, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Bernardino, CA to Chico, CA
Trains from San Bernardino, CA to Chico, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $109 (€89) but you can travel from only $100 (€81) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 10:55. The fastest train covers the 462 miles (744 km) distance in 14h 19m.
Distance 462 miles (744 km) |
Average train duration 12h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $109 (€89) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 14h 19m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 10:55 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from San Bernardino, CA to Chico, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between San Bernardino, CA and Chico, CA from $100 (€81). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from San Bernardino, CA to Chico, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Bernardino, CA to Chico, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chico, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Bernardino, CA to Chico, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with several spaces for daily and overnight parking.
- The Mexico Cafe
- Mitla Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Hilton Garden Inn San Bernardino
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Bernardino
- Homewood Suites by Hilton San Bernardino
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Metrolink and Amtrak services
- Bus: Omnitrans routes available
- Metrolink: San Bernardino Line
- Outside the station.
- Ramps.
- Hotel Diamond Chico
- Quality Inn Chico
- Oxford Suites Chico
- Free
- The station is a platform adjacent to the historic 1892 Southern Pacific depot, which now houses the Chico Art Center.
- Bus: B-Line routes available nearby
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