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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Chico, CA to Modesto, CA
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chico, CA to Modesto, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chico, CA to Modesto, CA will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
It's difficult to get from Chico, CA to Modesto, CA without transferring at least once.
Chico, CA to Modesto, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 12:33PM | Duration 4h08 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 04:33PM | Duration 4h38 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 06:47PM | Duration 4h02 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 07:59PM | Duration 4h24 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Live departures
Chico, CA to Modesto, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chico, CA to Modesto, CA buses for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus+ | 1:25 PM Chico, Orange St (Bus Station), CA | 5h15 | 6:40 PM Modesto, Downtown Transit Center (Southern Pacififc) | 1 transfer | |
| 3712 AMTRAK · 712 Gold Runner | 3:25 PM Chico station, Chico, CA | 4h08 | 7:33 PM Modesto Station, Modesto, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 3716 AMTRAK · 716 Gold Runner | 6:55 PM Chico station, Chico, CA | 4h38 | 11:33 PM Modesto Station, Modesto, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 3704 AMTRAK · 704 Gold Runner | 9:45 PM Chico station, Chico, CA | 4h02 | 1:47 AM Modesto Station, Modesto, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 3718 AMTRAK · 718 Gold Runner | 10:35 PM Chico station, Chico, CA | 4h24 | 2:59 AM Modesto Station, Modesto, CA | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chico, CA to Modesto, CA
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Take a bus from Chico, CA to Modesto, CA and enjoy the approximately 151 miles (244 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 04:12, the last at 20:03. The fastest bus covers the 151 miles (244 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 151 miles (244 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 56m |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 04:12 |
Last bus 20:03 |
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Low season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Bus from Chico, CA to Modesto, CA
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