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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between San Jose and Chico?

No, there is no direct bus from San Jose to Chico. However, there are services departing from San Jose and arriving at Chico Amtrak via Stockton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between San Jose and Chico?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Jose and arriving at Chico Amtrak. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from San Jose to Chico?

The distance between San Jose and Chico is 216 miles. The road distance is 191.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Jose to Chico without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs $70 - $150.

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

The train from San Jose to Chico Amtrak takes 5h 39m including transfers and departs once daily.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from San Jose to Chico?

The best way to get from San Jose to Chico is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs $70 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $110 and takes 7h.

Where does the San Jose to Chico bus arrive?

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

Where does the San Jose to Chico train arrive?

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

Can I drive from San Jose to Chico?

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

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

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

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Where can I stay near Chico?

There are 38+ hotels available in Chico.

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There are 3 ways to get from San Jose to Chico by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Jose to Chico Amtraktrain Coast Starlight
5h 39m
$70–150
Drive 190.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Jose to Chicocar 190.7 mi
3h 34m
$35–51
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from San Jose to Stocktonbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Stockton to Chico Amtrakbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h
$73–108

San Jose to Chico by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 214.4 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Jose to Chico Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $70–150 and the journey takes 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from San Jose to Chico Amtrak via Stockton in around 7h.

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