Rome2Rio

How to get fromFontana to Chicoby plane, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

Find Transport to Chico

See all options

There are 8 ways to get from Fontana to Chico by plane, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Fly Ontario International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, train

    best
    1. Fly from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane plane ONT - SMF
    2. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico Amtraktrain train
    6h 42m
    $209–521

  2. Drive  512.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Fontana to Chicocar car 512.3 mi
    8h 44m
    $94–135

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to 612 Wall St - Los Angelesbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Chico Bus Stationbus bus
    14h 29m
    $118–190

  4. Train

    1. Take the train from Fontana to L.A. Union Stationtrain train SB Line
    2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Chico Amtraktrain train Coast Starlight
    18h 21m
    $359–563

  5. Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Sacramento International Airport, train

    1. Take the train from Fontana to L.A. Union Stationtrain train
    2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane plane LAX - SMF
    3. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico Amtraktrain train
    8h 16m
    $183–455

  6. Fly Ontario International Airport to Oakland International Airport, train

    1. Fly from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane plane ONT - OAK
    2. Take the train from Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtrak to Sacramentotrain train
    3. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico Amtraktrain train
    9h 23m
    $144–460

  7. Train to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, fly to Sacramento International Airport, train

    1. Take the train from Fontana to L.A. Union Stationtrain train
    2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane plane BUR - SMF
    3. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico Amtraktrain train
    8h 55m
    $232–752

  8. Train to Long Beach Airport, fly to Sacramento International Airport, train

    1. Take the train from Fontana to L.A. Union Stationtrain train
    2. Fly from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane plane LGB - SMF
    3. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico Amtraktrain train
    9h 41m
    $132–548

Fontana to Chico by bus and foot

Calendar7Weekly Services
Duration14h 29mAverage Duration
Ticket$118Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Fontana to Chico.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 499 mi
  • Duration: 6h 42m

What companies run services between Fontana, CA, USA and Chico, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Chico Bus Station via 612 Wall St - Los Angeles, Main / 7th, Los Angeles Union Station, and Sacramento Bus Station in around 14h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fontana to Chico Amtrak via L.A. Union Station and Los Angeles in around 18h 21m.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

Need to know: Greyhound

Read the travel guideNeed to know: Greyhound

Booking & Getting There