What is the cheapest way to get from Chico to Walnut Creek?

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Walnut Creek is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chico to Walnut Creek?

The fastest way to get from Chico to Walnut Creek is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and Walnut Creek?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico station to Walnut Creek. However, there are services departing from Chico Bus Station and arriving at Oakland via Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Chico and Walnut Creek?

No, there is no direct train from Chico to Walnut Creek. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at Martinez via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Chico to Walnut Creek?

The distance between Chico and Walnut Creek is 184 miles. The road distance is 146.5 miles.

How do I travel from Chico to Walnut Creek without a car?

The best way to get from Chico to Walnut Creek without a car is to bus which takes 5h 11m and costs $30 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Chico to Walnut Creek?

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Chico to Walnut Creek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Walnut Creek bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chico to Walnut Creek train from?

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

Train or bus from Chico to Walnut Creek?

The best way to get from Chico to Walnut Creek is to bus which takes 5h 11m and costs $30 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $100 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Chico to Walnut Creek bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chico to Walnut Creek train arrive?

Chico to Walnut Creek train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Martinez station.

Can I drive from Chico to Walnut Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Walnut Creek is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Chico to Walnut Creek.

Where can I stay near Walnut Creek?

There are 327+ hotels available in Walnut Creek.

Chico to Walnut Creek - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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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 Oaklandbus Greyhound US0870
5h 11m
$31–57
Drive 145.7 mi
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1. Drive from Chico to Walnut Creekcar 145.7 mi
2h 45m
$27–39
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Martineztrain Coast Starlight
5h 15m
$48–96
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 25m
$57–118

Chico to Walnut Creek by bus and subway (Greyhound)

14Weekly Services

5h 11mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.6 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Chico, CA, USA and Walnut Creek, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Chico Bus Station to Walnut Creek via Sacramento Bus Station, Oakland, and West Oakland in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chico Amtrak to Martinez once daily. Tickets cost $45–95 and the journey takes 3h 42m.

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