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How to get fromPetaluma to Chicoby bus, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Petaluma to Chico by bus, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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  1. Bus, train (Amtrak)

    best
    1. Take the bus from Petaluma to Martinezbus bus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
    2. Take the train from Martinez to Chico Amtraktrain train Coast Starlight
    5h 26m
    $59–114

  2. Drive 154.1 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Petaluma to Chicocar car 154.1 mi
    3h 3m
    $29–41

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Petaluma Blvd S & F St to 1st St & Mission Stbus bus 172
    2. Take the bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Chico Bus Stationbus bus
    6h 59m
    $35–64

Petaluma to Chico by bus and train (Amtrak)

Calendar7Weekly Services
Duration5h 26mAverage Duration
Ticket$59Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 181 mi
  • Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Petaluma Blvd S & F St to Chico Bus Station via 1st St & Mission St, San Francisco Bus Station, and Sacramento Bus Station in around 6h 59m.

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