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

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Pocatello is to drive which costs $130 - $200 and takes 11h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chico to Pocatello is to train and fly which takes 7h 56m and costs $100 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and Pocatello?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico station to Pocatello. However, there are services departing from Chico Bus Station and arriving at Pocatello, ID - Red Lion via Sacramento Bus Station, Sparks Transit Center and Downtown Salt Lake. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 6m.

How far is it from Chico to Pocatello?

The distance between Chico and Pocatello is 662 miles. The road distance is 729.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chico to Pocatello without a car is to bus which takes 21h 6m and costs $140 - $300.

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

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Chico to Pocatello, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Pocatello bus from?

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

Where does the Chico to Pocatello bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chico and Pocatello?

Pocatello is 1h ahead of Chico. It is currently 8:02 PM in Chico and 9:02 PM in Pocatello.

Can I drive from Chico to Pocatello?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Pocatello is 730 miles. It takes approximately 11h 44m to drive from Chico to Pocatello.

Where can I stay near Pocatello?

There are 40+ hotels available in Pocatello.

Chico to Pocatello - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chico to Pocatello by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, or car

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Train, fly to Pocatello Regional Airport
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1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Pocatello Regional Airport (PIH)plane SMF - PIH
7h 56m
$109–461
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chico Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Sparks Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Sparks Transit Center to Salt Lake City Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
4. Take the bus from Downtown Salt Lake to Pocatello, ID - Red Lionbus
21h 6m
$143–292
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentobus
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Salt Lake Citytrain
3. Take the bus from Downtown Salt Lake to Pocatello, ID - Red Lionbus
23h 33m
$276–579
Drive 725.5 mi
1. Drive from Chico to Pocatellocar 725.5 mi
11h 44m
$133–192
Train, fly to Idaho Falls, bus
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Idaho Falls (IDA)plane SMF - IDA
3. Take the bus from Idaho Falls,ID to Pocatello, ID - Red Lionbus
9h 47m
$109–468
Train, fly to Salt Lake City International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)plane SMF - SLC
3. Take the bus from Salt Lake City Airport to Pocatello, ID - Red Lionbus
9h 42m
$423–593

Chico to Pocatello by bus, tram, and foot

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21h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 658.1 mi
Duration: 7h 56m

What companies run services between Chico, CA, USA and Pocatello, ID, USA?

You can take a bus from Chico Bus Station to Pocatello, ID - Red Lion via Sacramento Bus Station, Sparks Transit Center, Salt Lake City Intermodal Trans Ctr, Salt Lake Central Station, Arena Station, and Downtown Salt Lake in around 21h 6m.

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