How to Travel from

Palo Alto to Chico

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

United States of America Palo Alto Chico

How to Get from Palo Alto to Chico

Plane

58 min

Select a Ticket

Car

3 h 33 min

from $16

Rideshare

3 h 33 min

from $11.64

Cheapest

By car (306 km)

3 h 33 min

306 km.

from $16

Fastest

Other

Rideshare

3 h 33 min

306 km.

from $11.64

Bus (Bus)

7 h 20 min

255 km.

from $81.36

Plane, Train

5 h 55 min

254 km.

from $322.39

Train via Sacramento (Amtrak)

7 h 7 min

254 km.

from $67.17

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:

united.com/

Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento

Ave. Duration:

56 min

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$357.63–$587.54

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:

+1 800-872-7245

Website:

amtrak.com/home.html

Train from San Jose to Chico

Ave. Duration:

5h 39m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$29.38–$121.34

Train from Sacramento to Chico

Ave. Duration:

1h 48m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$12.77–$89.41

Train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Sacramento

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Every 4 hours

Estimated price:

$19.16–$102.18

Bus from Sacramento to Chico

Ave. Duration:

1h 55m

Frequency:

3 times a day

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:

+1 214-849-8100

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

greyhound.com/

Bus from Oakland to Sacramento

Ave. Duration:

1h 30m

Frequency:

3 times a day

Estimated price:

$6.39–$83.02

Flixbus USA

Phone:

+1 (855) 626-8585

Website:

flixbus.com

Bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Chico

Ave. Duration:

1h 40m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$10.86–$51.09

Santa Clara VTA

Phone:

+1 408-321-2300

Website:

vta.org

Bus from El Camino & Oxford to Tully

Ave. Duration:

1h 49m

Frequency:

Every 20 minutes

Estimated price:

$1.16–$5.88

Hoang Express

Phone:

+1 714-839-3500

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

xedohoang.com/en

Bus from San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich to Sacramento

Ave. Duration:

1h 15m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$57.75

SamTrans

Website:

samtrans.com

Bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to San

Ave. Duration:

1h 30m

Frequency:

Every 20 minutes

Estimated price:

$1.21–$5.24

What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Chico?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Chico is to drive which costs $33.70 - $50 and takes 3h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Chico?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Chico is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Chico?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Chico. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Oxford and arriving at Chico Amtrak via San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich, Stockton Blvd & 65Th St and Sacramento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Chico?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to Chico. However, there are services departing from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Chico Amtrak via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Chico?

The distance between Palo Alto and Chico is 370 km. The road distance is 306.9 km.

How do I travel from Palo Alto to Chico without a car?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Chico without a car is to train which takes 7h 4m and costs $29.35 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Chico?

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Palo Alto to Chico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Chico bus from?

Palo Alto to Chico bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & Oxford station.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Chico train from?

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

Train or bus from Palo Alto to Chico?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Chico is to train which takes 7h 4m and costs $29.35 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19.57 - $130.43 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Palo Alto to Chico bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Chico bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Tully & King station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Chico train arrive?

Palo Alto to Chico train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chico Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Chico?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Chico is 307 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Palo Alto to Chico.

Where can I stay near Chico?

There are 67+ hotels available in Chico. Prices start at $73.70 per night.

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Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Train operators

Amtrak

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Flixbus USA

Santa Clara VTA

Hoang Express

SamTrans

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Chico?

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Chico?

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Chico?

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Chico?

How far is it from Palo Alto to Chico?

How do I travel from Palo Alto to Chico without a car?

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Chico?

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Chico bus from?

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Chico train from?

Train or bus from Palo Alto to Chico?

Where does the Palo Alto to Chico bus arrive?

Where does the Palo Alto to Chico train arrive?

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Chico?

Where can I stay near Chico?