4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Chico, CA to Visalia, CA
Cheapest price
$113
Average price
$113
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
439 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chico, CA to Visalia, 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 Visalia, CA will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $113.
It's difficult to get from Chico, CA to Visalia, CA without transferring at least once.
7:45 AM7h35Chico, CA3:20 PMVisalia, CA$1131One-way1 transfer
- 7:45 AM7h35Chico, CA3:20 PMVisalia, CA$1131One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Chico, CA to Visalia, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chico, CA to Visalia, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $59, and a flight costs an average of $406.
Distance: 272 miles (439 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$110 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $428 Average price | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 29m Average total duration 8h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 31m Average total duration Fastest 4h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chico, CA to Visalia, CA:
A train is $50 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Chico, CA to Visalia, CA costing on average $110.
A train is $368 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chico, CA to Visalia, CA costing on average $428.
Other travel options to Visalia, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 31m.
Bus takes on average 8h 59m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Chico, CA to Visalia, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $94 |
Live departures
Chico, CA to Visalia, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chico, CA to Visalia, CA buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1:25 PM Chico, CA | 9h00 | 10:25 PM Visalia, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chico, CA to Visalia, CA
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Buses from Chico, CA to Visalia, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $94 but you can travel from only $59 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 04:05, the last at 17:24. The fastest bus covers the 272 miles (439 km) distance in 8h 55m.
Distance 272 miles (439 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 55m |
First bus 4:05 AM |
Last bus 5:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Bus from Chico, CA to Visalia, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chico, CA to Visalia, 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 Visalia, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Chico, CA to Visalia, CA
Most Chico, CA to Visalia, CA buses use the Chico, Orange St (Bus Station) to Visalia, E Oak Ave. / N Bridge St (Transit Center) station pair. Use this guide to compare Chico, CA and Visalia, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Visalia, E Oak Ave. / N Bridge St (Transit Center) from Visalia city centre
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