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Trip Overview

The average train between Chico and Palmdale takes 30h 48m and the fastest train takes 29h 28m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Chico to Palmdale. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

30h 48m
Duration
706 mi
Distance
$426
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Chico to Palmdale train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Chico and Palmdale. The service departs Chico at 4:12 AM at night, which arrives into Palmdale at 09:40:00. All services require a transfer at Los Angeles and take an average of 30h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains29h 28m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains29h 28m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains31h 29m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains31h 29m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains31h 29m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains31h 29m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chico to Palmdale? 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.

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  • Distance: 706.4 mi
  • Duration: 30h 48m

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

You can take a train from Chico Amtrak to Palmdale Station via Los Angeles and L.A. Union Station in around 20h 5m.

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