What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to San Francisco?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to San Francisco is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to San Francisco?

The fastest way to get from Chester to San Francisco is to drive and fly which takes 3h 35m and costs $460 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to San Francisco. However, there are services departing from Chester - Holiday Market and arriving at Oakland via Susanville Riverside Drive and Reno Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 22m.

How far is it from Chester to San Francisco?

The distance between Chester and San Francisco is 302 miles. The road distance is 227.6 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to San Francisco without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to San Francisco without a car is to bus which takes 10h 22m and costs $45 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Chester to San Francisco?

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Chester to San Francisco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to San Francisco bus from?

Chester to San Francisco bus services, operated by Lassen Rural Bus, depart from Chester - Holiday Market station.

Where does the Chester to San Francisco bus arrive?

Chester to San Francisco bus services, operated by Lassen Rural Bus, arrive at Riverside Drive station.

Can I drive from Chester to San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to San Francisco is 228 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Chester to San Francisco.

Where can I stay near San Francisco?

There are 736+ hotels available in San Francisco.

Chester to San Francisco - 4 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Chester to San Francisco by car, plane, train, or bus (Greyhound)

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Drive, fly
best
1. Drive from Chester to Redding-Airport-RDDcar
2. Fly from Redding Municipal Airport (RDD) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane RDD - SFO
3h 35m
$465–835
Drive 226.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to San Franciscocar 226.3 mi
4h 21m
$42–60
Drive, train (Amtrak)
1. Drive from Chester to Chico Amtrakcar
2. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain
3. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmondtrain
6h 53m
$65–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester - Holiday Market to Riverside Drivebus
2. Take the bus from Susanville Riverside Drive to Amtrak Renobus
3. Take the bus from Reno Amtrak to Oaklandbus
10h 22m
$48–92

Chester to San Francisco by bus and subway

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10h 22mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 299.8 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Chester, CA, USA and San Francisco, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Chester - Holiday Market to Civic Center / UN Plaza via Susanville Riverside Drive, Reno Amtrak, Oakland, and West Oakland in around 10h 22m.

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