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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Francisco, CA to Chico, CA
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
4 h 52 m
Average duration
5 h 26 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Francisco, CA to Chico, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Francisco, CA to Chico, CA will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 4 buses that leave San Francisco, CA for Chico, CA on Sat, Jun 27, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 27 the direct buses cover the 223 km distance in an average of 5 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 52 m .
On Sat, Jun 27 the slowest buses will take 6 h 30 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.
12:08 AM4h52San Francisco, CA5:00 AMChico, CA$491One-way0 transfers- 4:25 PM5h25San Francisco, CA9:50 PMChico, CA$601One-way0 transfers
12:00 AM6h30San Francisco, CA6:30 AMChico, CA$631One-way0 transfers- 1:30 PM4h55San Francisco, CA6:25 PMChico, CA$941One-way0 transfers
- 12:08 AM4h52San Francisco, CA5:00 AMChico, CA$491One-way0 transfers
- 1:30 PM4h55San Francisco, CA6:25 PMChico, CA$941One-way0 transfers
- 4:25 PM5h25San Francisco, CA9:50 PMChico, CA$601One-way0 transfers
- 12:00 AM6h30San Francisco, CA6:30 AMChico, CA$631One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for San Francisco, CA to Chico, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Chico, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $42, and a bus costs an average of $45.
Distance: 138 miles (223 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $56 Average price Cheapest | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company | Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Francisco, CA to Chico, CA:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Francisco, CA to Chico, CA costing on average $61 (€50).
Other travel options to Chico, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 22m.
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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.
San Francisco, CA to Chico, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:08AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 4h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $58 |
Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Chico, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Chico, CA buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:25 PM San Francisco, CA | 5h25 | 10:50 PM Chico, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 12:00 AM San Francisco, CA | 6h30 | 6:30 AM Chico, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:08 AM San Francisco, CA | 4h52 | 5:00 AM Chico, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:30 PM San Francisco, CA | 4h55 | 6:25 PM Chico, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Chico, CA
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Buses from San Francisco, CA to Chico, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 04:12, the last at 20:50. The fastest bus covers the 138 miles (223 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 4:12 AM |
Last bus 8:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from San Francisco, CA to Chico, CAYou can travel by bus between San Francisco, CA to Chico, CA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $42 (€34). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Chico, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Chico, 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 Chico, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from San Francisco, CA to Chico, CA
Most San Francisco, CA to Chico, CA buses use the San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 to Chico, Orange St (Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare San Francisco, CA and Chico, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 from San Francisco city centre
Getting to San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street from San Francisco city centre
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