What is the cheapest way to get from Chico to Costa Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Costa Mesa is to bus which costs $85 - $160 and takes 16h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chico to Costa Mesa?

The fastest way to get from Chico to Costa Mesa is to train and fly which takes 5h 59m and costs $130 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico station to Costa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Chico Bus Station and arriving at Harbor-19Th via Sacramento Bus Station, Artic - Dock 5 and Harbor-Katella. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Chico and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct train from Chico to Costa Mesa station. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at Fullerton Amtrak Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 4m.

How far is it from Chico to Costa Mesa?

The distance between Chico and Costa Mesa is 508 miles. The road distance is 509.7 miles.

How do I travel from Chico to Costa Mesa without a car?

The best way to get from Chico to Costa Mesa without a car is to bus which takes 16h 23m and costs $85 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Chico to Costa Mesa?

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Chico to Costa Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Costa Mesa bus from?

Chico to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chico Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chico to Costa Mesa train from?

Chico to Costa Mesa train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chico Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Chico to Costa Mesa?

The best way to get from Chico to Costa Mesa is to bus which takes 16h 23m and costs $85 - $160. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $170 - $390 and takes 20h 4m.

Where does the Chico to Costa Mesa bus arrive?

Chico to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Chico to Costa Mesa train arrive?

Chico to Costa Mesa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Chico to Costa Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Costa Mesa is 510 miles. It takes approximately 8h 38m to drive from Chico to Costa Mesa.

Where can I stay near Costa Mesa?

There are 1371+ hotels available in Costa Mesa.

Chico to Costa Mesa - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chico to Costa Mesa by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Train, fly to Long Beach Airport
best
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)plane SMF - LGB
5h 59m
$139–378
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chico Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0500
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Centerbus Greyhound US0831
16h 23m
$87–158
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
20h 4m
$176–388
Drive 506.7 mi
1. Drive from Chico to Costa Mesacar 506.7 mi
8h 38m
$93–134
Train, fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane SMF - SNA
7h 33m
$308–857

Chico to Costa Mesa by bus (Greyhound)

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16h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 504.6 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

What companies run services between Chico, CA, USA and Costa Mesa, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Chico Bus Station to Harbor-19Th via Sacramento Bus Station, Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Artic - Dock 5, Katella-Harbor, and Harbor-Katella in around 16h 23m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chico Amtrak to Los Angeles once daily. Tickets cost $160–380 and the journey takes 16h 59m.

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