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

The cheapest way to get from Chico to San Francisco is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chico to San Francisco is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico station to San Francisco station. However, there are services departing from Chico Bus Station and arriving at San Francisco Bus Station via Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Chico and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct train from Chico to San Francisco. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at Civic Center / UN Plaza via Lake Merritt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Chico to San Francisco?

The distance between Chico and San Francisco is 175 miles. The road distance is 163.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chico to San Francisco without a car is to bus which takes 4h 50m and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Chico to San Francisco, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Chico to San Francisco train from?

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

Train or bus from Chico to San Francisco?

The best way to get from Chico to San Francisco is to bus which takes 4h 50m and costs $30 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $95 - $160 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Chico to San Francisco bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chico to San Francisco train arrive?

Chico to San Francisco train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.

Can I drive from Chico to San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to San Francisco is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Chico to San Francisco.

How do I get a train ticket from Chico to San Francisco?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chico to San Francisco?

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Where can I stay near San Francisco?

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Chico Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0500
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Francisco Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0870
4h 50m
$31–47
Drive 162.3 mi
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1. Drive from Chico to San Franciscocar 162.3 mi
3h 5m
$28–41
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
5h 17m
$99–151
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SMF - SFO
5h 33m
$468–638
Train via Sacramento (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmondtrain Capitol Corridor
5h 31m
$91–144

Chico to San Francisco by bus (Greyhound)

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Distance: 174.5 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Chico Bus Station to San Francisco Bus Station via Sacramento Bus Station in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chico Amtrak to Oakland once daily. Tickets cost $95–150 and the journey takes 4h 42m.

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