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

The cheapest way to get from Chico to San Jose is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chico to San Jose is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and San Jose?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico to San Jose. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at San Jose via Stockton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Chico and San Jose?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at San Jose. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Chico to San Jose?

The distance between Chico and San Jose is 216 miles. The road distance is 191.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chico to San Jose without a car is to train which takes 6h 2m and costs $70 - $150.

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

The train from Chico Amtrak to San Jose takes 6h 2m including transfers and departs once daily.

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

Chico to San Jose bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chico Amtrak station.

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

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

Train or bus from Chico to San Jose?

The best way to get from Chico to San Jose is to train which takes 6h 2m and costs $70 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $110 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Chico to San Jose bus arrive?

Chico to San Jose bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Stockton station.

Where does the Chico to San Jose train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chico to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to San Jose is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Chico to San Jose.

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

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

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Where can I stay near San Jose?

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
6h 2m
$70–150
Drive 190.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chico to San Josecar 190.8 mi
3h 34m
$35–51
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chico Amtrak to Stocktonbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 30m
$76–108
Train, fly, Caltrain
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
3. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain
6h 23m
$495–831

Chico to San Jose by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 214.4 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chico Amtrak to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $70–150 and the journey takes 6h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chico Amtrak to San Jose via Stockton in around 6h 30m.

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