The cheapest and fastest buses from Chico, CA to Riverside, CA
Cheapest price
$156
Average price
$178
Fastest journey
15 h 16 m
Average duration
19 h 41 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
754 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chico, CA to Riverside, 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 Riverside, CA will cost around $178 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $156.
It's difficult to get from Chico, CA to Riverside, CA without transferring at least 2 times.
1:00 PM15h16Chico, CA4:16 AMRiverside, CA$1561One-way3 transfers
3:35 PM24h05Chico, CA3:40 PMRiverside, CA$2011One-way2 transfers
1:00 PM15h16Chico, CA4:16 AMRiverside, CA$1561One-way3 transfers
3:35 PM24h05Chico, CA3:40 PMRiverside, CA$2011One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Chico, CA to Riverside, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chico, CA to Riverside, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $156. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 11h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $156, and a train costs an average of $249.
Distance: 468 miles (754 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$178 Average price Cheapest | $258 Average price |
11h 59m Average total duration Fastest 11h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 6m Average total duration 11h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chico, CA to Riverside, CA:
A bus is $79 (€64) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chico, CA to Riverside, CA costing on average $258 (€208).
Other travel options to Riverside, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 36m.
Chico, CA to Riverside, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 24h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $201 |
Live departures
Chico, CA to Riverside, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chico, CA to Riverside, CA buses for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:00 PM Chico, CA | 15h16 | 4:16 AM Riverside, CA | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 3:35 PM Chico, CA | 24h05 | 3:40 PM Riverside, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chico, CA to Riverside, CA
Buses from Chico, CA to Riverside, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $156 (€126) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:05, the last at 21:25. The fastest bus covers the 468 miles (754 km) distance in 15h 16m.
Distance 468 miles (754 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $156 (€126) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 15h 16m |
First bus 4:05 AM |
Last bus 9:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Chico, CA to Riverside, CAYou can travel by bus between Chico, CA to Riverside, CA with Greyhound for as low as $156 (€126). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Chico, CA to Riverside, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chico, CA to Riverside, CA 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 Riverside, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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