Sacramento to Chico by train
Chico lies 131 km (81 mi) north of Sacramento, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 46 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 160 km (99 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Sacramento | Chico | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 524,943 | 121,345 |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 64 m (210 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Stations on record | Sacramento Valley Station, Dos Rios station | Chico station |
| Postal codes | 94203–95899 | 95926–95976 |
Where to book trains from Sacramento to Chico
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Common questions
How far is Chico from Sacramento?
131 km (81 mi) in a straight line, north of Sacramento; by road roughly 160 km (99 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sacramento to Chico by train?
About 1 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sacramento and Chico?
No, both are on America/Los_Angeles at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.