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Portland Art Museum
Major art museum in downtown Portland with Native American, modern, and Northwest collections. A core cultural stop for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$111
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
11 h 30 m
Average duration
11 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
648 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chico, CA to Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
Of the 2 buses that leave Chico, CA for Portland, OR on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 648 km distance in an average of 11 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 11 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Chico, CA to Portland, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $78. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $78, and a flight costs an average of $275.
Distance: 402 miles (648 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$98 Average price Cheapest | $189 Average price | $332 Average price |
10h 40m Average total duration 10h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 33m Average total duration 14h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chico, CA to Portland, OR:
A bus is $91 (€74) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chico, CA to Portland, OR costing on average $189 (€154).
A bus is $234 (€192) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chico, CA to Portland, OR costing on average $332 (€272).
Other travel options to Portland, OR take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 10m.
Train takes on average 14h 3m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $111 |
The table below shows live departures for Chico, CA to Portland, OR buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:25 PM Chico, Orange St (Bus Station), CA | 11h55 | 12:20 AM Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Chico, CA to Portland, OR run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $78 (€64) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 22:35. The fastest bus covers the 402 miles (648 km) distance in 10h 15m.
Distance 402 miles (648 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€64) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 15m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 4 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chico, CA to Portland, OR by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portland, OR, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Chico, CA to Portland, OR buses use the Chico, Orange St (Bus Station) to Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage) station pair. Use this guide to compare Chico, CA and Portland, OR bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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