What is the cheapest way to get from California State University, Chico to San Jose?

The cheapest way to get from California State University, Chico to San Jose is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from California State University, Chico to San Jose?

The fastest way to get from California State University, Chico to San Jose is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between California State University, Chico and San Jose?

No, there is no direct bus from California State University, Chico to San Jose. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at San Jose via Stockton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between California State University, Chico and San Jose?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at San Jose. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from California State University, Chico to San Jose?

The distance between California State University, Chico and San Jose is 216 miles. The road distance is 192.7 miles.

How long does it take to get from California State University, Chico to San Jose?

The train from Chico Amtrak to San Jose takes 6h 2m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the California State University, Chico to San Jose bus from?

California State University, Chico to San Jose bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chico Amtrak station.

Where do I catch the California State University, Chico to San Jose train from?

California State University, Chico to San Jose train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chico Amtrak station.

Train or bus from California State University, Chico to San Jose?

The best way to get from California State University, Chico to San Jose is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs $65 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the California State University, Chico to San Jose bus arrive?

California State University, Chico to San Jose bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Stockton station.

Where does the California State University, Chico to San Jose train arrive?

California State University, Chico to San Jose train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from California State University, Chico to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between California State University, Chico to San Jose is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from California State University, Chico to San Jose.

How do I get a train ticket from California State University, Chico to San Jose?

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There are 3 ways to get from California State University, Chico to San Jose by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
6h 14m
$65–150
Drive 191.6 mi
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1. Drive from California State University, Chico to San Josecar 191.6 mi
3h 35m
$35–51
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chico Amtrak to Stocktonbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 42m
$73–105

California State University, Chico to San Jose by foot and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 215.1 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between California State University, Chico, CA, USA and San Jose, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chico Amtrak to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $65–150 and the journey takes 6h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from California State University, Chico to San Jose via Chico Amtrak and Stockton in around 6h 42m.

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