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

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to Paradise is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Jose to Paradise is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between San Jose and Paradise?

No, there is no direct bus from San Jose to Paradise. However, there are services departing from San Jose and arriving at Chico Amtrak via Stockton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

Is there a direct train between San Jose and Paradise?

No, there is no direct train from San Jose to Paradise. However, there are services departing from San Jose and arriving at Chico Amtrak via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from San Jose to Paradise?

The distance between San Jose and Paradise is 230 miles. The road distance is 194.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Jose to Paradise without a car is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs $100 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from San Jose to Paradise, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from San Jose to Paradise?

The best way to get from San Jose to Paradise is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs $100 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $160 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the San Jose to Paradise bus arrive?

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

Where does the San Jose to Paradise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from San Jose to Paradise?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to Paradise is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from San Jose to Paradise.

Where can I stay near Paradise?

There are 37+ hotels available in Paradise.

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There are 3 ways to get from San Jose to Paradise 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
6h 1m
$107–190
Drive 193.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Jose to Paradisecar 193.4 mi
3h 39m
$36–51
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 22m
$112–157

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Distance: 228.8 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Jose to Chico Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $65–140 and the journey takes 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from San Jose to Paradise via Stockton and Chico Amtrak in around 7h 22m.

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