What is the cheapest way to get from Chico to Stanford University?

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Stanford University is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chico to Stanford University?

The fastest way to get from Chico to Stanford University is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico station to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from Chico Bus Station and arriving at Stanford Oval via Sacramento Bus Station, San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway and Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Chico and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct train from Chico to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

How far is it from Chico to Stanford University?

The distance between Chico and Stanford University is 235 miles. The road distance is 190.7 miles.

How do I travel from Chico to Stanford University without a car?

The best way to get from Chico to Stanford University without a car is to train which takes 7h 9m and costs $120 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Chico to Stanford University?

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Chico to Stanford University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Stanford University bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chico to Stanford University train from?

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

Train or bus from Chico to Stanford University?

The best way to get from Chico to Stanford University is to train which takes 7h 9m and costs $120 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Chico to Stanford University bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chico to Stanford University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chico to Stanford University?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Stanford University is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Chico to Stanford University.

Where can I stay near Stanford University?

There are 506+ hotels available in Stanford University.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
7h 9m
$123–191
Drive 189.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chico to Stanford Universitycar 189.6 mi
3h 46m
$32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chico Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Oaklandbus
3. Take the bus from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr
7h 18m
$36–57
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
6h 24m
$472–644
Train via Sacramento (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Santa Clara Amtraktrain Capitol Corridor
7h 12m
$122–199
Bus via Stockton (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
7h 37m

Chico to Stanford University by train, bus, and foot (Amtrak)

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Distance: 233.6 mi
Duration: 7h 9m

What companies run services between Chico, CA, USA and Stanford University, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chico Amtrak to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $110–190 and the journey takes 6h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chico Bus Station to Stanford University via Sacramento Bus Station, Oakland, West Oakland, San Bruno, San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4, and Stanford Oval in around 7h 18m.

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