What is the cheapest way to get from Chico to Escondido?

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Escondido is to bus which costs $90 - $180 and takes 18h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chico to Escondido?

The fastest way to get from Chico to Escondido is to train and fly and bus which takes 7h 42m and costs $140 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and Escondido?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico station to Escondido. However, there are services departing from Chico Bus Station and arriving at Quince St & Norlak Av via Sacramento Bus Station, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 and Vista Transit Center Stall 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Chico and Escondido?

No, there is no direct train from Chico to Escondido. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at Escondido Transit Center via Los Angeles and Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 6m.

How far is it from Chico to Escondido?

The distance between Chico and Escondido is 623 miles. The road distance is 575.3 miles.

How do I travel from Chico to Escondido without a car?

The best way to get from Chico to Escondido without a car is to bus which takes 18h 26m and costs $90 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Chico to Escondido?

It takes approximately 7h 42m to get from Chico to Escondido, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Escondido bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chico to Escondido train from?

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

Train or bus from Chico to Escondido?

The best way to get from Chico to Escondido is to bus which takes 18h 26m and costs $90 - $180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $240 - $490 and takes 21h 6m.

Where does the Chico to Escondido bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chico to Escondido train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chico to Escondido?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Escondido is 575 miles. It takes approximately 9h 39m to drive from Chico to Escondido.

Where can I stay near Escondido?

There are 539+ hotels available in Escondido.

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There are 4 ways to get from Chico to Escondido by train, plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Train, fly, bus
best
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SMF - SAN
3. Take the bus from Broadway & 1st Av to Escondido Transit Centerbus
7h 42m
$144–349
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 Oceanside Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0831
18h 26m
$90–180
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
21h 6m
$241–482
Drive 572 mi
1. Drive from Chico to Escondidocar 572 mi
9h 39m
$105–151

Chico to Escondido by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

18h 26mAverage Duration

$90Cheapest Price

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Distance: 619.1 mi
Duration: 7h 42m

What companies run services between Chico, CA, USA and Escondido, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Chico Bus Station to Quince St & Norlak Av via Sacramento Bus Station, Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10, and Vista Transit Center Stall 7 in around 18h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chico Amtrak to Escondido Transit Center via Los Angeles, Oceanside, and Oceanside Transit Center in around 21h 6m.

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