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Richmond to Chico by train

Chico lies 204 km (127 mi) north of Richmond, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

By rail the journey is about 2 h 46 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 249 km (155 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.

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RichmondChico
CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Population109,708121,345
Elevation12 m (39 ft)64 m (210 ft)
Time nowUTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles)UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles)
Stations on recordRichmond Transit CenterChico station
Postal codes94801–9485095926–95976

Where to book trains from Richmond to Chico

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Common questions

How far is Chico from Richmond?

204 km (127 mi) in a straight line, north of Richmond; by road roughly 249 km (155 mi).

How long does it take to get from Richmond to Chico by train?

About 2 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Richmond and Chico?

No, both are on America/Los_Angeles at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.