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Chico to Fontana trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Chico and Fontana takes 18h 56m and the fastest train takes 18h 51m. There is at least one train per day from Chico to Fontana. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

18h 56m
Duration
686 mi
Distance
$426
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Chico to Fontana train times

Trains run once daily between Chico and Fontana. The service departs Chico at 4:12 AM at night, which arrives into Fontana at 23:10:00. All services require a transfer at Los Angeles and take an average of 18h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains18h 58m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains18h 58m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains18h 58m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains18h 58m • 1 change

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains18h 58m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains18h 51m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chico to Fontana? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Chico to Fontana.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 685.6 mi
  • Duration: 18h 56m

What companies run services between Chico, CA, USA and Fontana, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Chico Amtrak to Fontana via Los Angeles and L.A. Union Station in around 19h 27m.

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