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How to Travel from

Santa Maria to Chico

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
5h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$293.41–$1,275.69

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$293.41–$1,020.55
Plane from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$318.92–$1,084.33
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$420.98
Plane from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to Redding
Ave. Duration:
6h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$331.68–$1,148.12
Plane from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.62–$472.00

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$765.41
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$472.00

Clean Air Express

Phone:
(805) 692-1902
Website:
cleanairexpress.com/
Bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Hollister
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.38–$8.29

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Sacramento to Chico
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.76–$89.30
Train from San Luis Obispo to Chico
Ave. Duration:
10h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$51.03–$178.60
Train from Richmond to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.76–$82.92
Train from Redding Amtrak to Chico
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.12–$82.92
Train from Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtrak to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$14.03–$89.30
Bus from San Luis Obispo to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Bus from San Jose to Stockton
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from Stockton to Chico
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from San Francisco International Airport to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.12–$15.31

Bus operators

San Luis Obispo RTA

Website:
slorta.org
Bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Government
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$3.06–$4.08

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Maria to Chico?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Maria to Chico is to bus and train which costs $45.65 - $163.04 and takes 13h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Maria to Chico?

The fastest way to get from Santa Maria to Chico is to drive which takes 7h 2m and costs $70.65 - $108.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Maria and Chico?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Maria to Chico. However, there are services departing from Santa Maria Transit Center and arriving at Chico Amtrak via Downtown Transit Center, San Luis Obispo, San Jose and Stockton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 53m.

How far is it from Santa Maria to Chico?

The distance between Santa Maria and Chico is 766 km. The road distance is 658.6 km.

How do I travel from Santa Maria to Chico without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Maria to Chico without a car is to bus and train which takes 13h 40m and costs $45.65 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Maria to Chico?

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from Santa Maria to Chico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Maria to Chico bus from?

Santa Maria to Chico bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, depart from Santa Maria Transit Center station.

Where does the Santa Maria to Chico bus arrive?

Santa Maria to Chico bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, arrive at Government Center station.

Can I drive from Santa Maria to Chico?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Maria to Chico is 659 km. It takes approximately 7h 2m to drive from Santa Maria 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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