What is the cheapest way to get from Alameda to Chico?

The cheapest way to get from Alameda to Chico is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alameda to Chico?

The fastest way to get from Alameda to Chico is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Alameda and Chico?

No, there is no direct bus from Alameda to Chico station. However, there are services departing from Oakland and arriving at Chico Bus Station via Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Alameda and Chico?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oakland and arriving at Chico Amtrak. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Alameda to Chico?

The distance between Alameda and Chico is 169 miles. The road distance is 160.4 miles.

How do I travel from Alameda to Chico without a car?

The best way to get from Alameda to Chico without a car is to bus which takes 4h 10m and costs $35 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Alameda to Chico?

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Alameda to Chico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alameda to Chico bus from?

Alameda to Chico bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Oakland station.

Where do I catch the Alameda to Chico train from?

Alameda to Chico train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oakland station.

Train or bus from Alameda to Chico?

The best way to get from Alameda to Chico is to bus which takes 4h 10m and costs $35 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $70 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Alameda to Chico bus arrive?

Alameda to Chico bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Alameda to Chico train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alameda to Chico?

Yes, the driving distance between Alameda to Chico is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Alameda to Chico.

How do I get a train ticket from Alameda to Chico?

Book your Alameda to Chico train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Alameda to Chico?

Book your Alameda to Chico bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Chico?

There are 45+ hotels available in Chico.

Alameda to Chico - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Oakland to Sacramento Bus StationGreyhound US0870
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Chico Bus StationFlixBus N2111
4h 10m
$37–105
Drive 159.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alameda to Chico159.5 mi
3h 2m
$30–42
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Oakland to Chico AmtrakCoast Starlight
4h 16m
$40–70

Alameda to Chico by bus

14Weekly Buses

4h 10mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.8 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Alameda, Alameda County, CA, USA and Chico, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Oakland to Chico Bus Station via Sacramento Bus Station in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Oakland to Chico Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $40–70 and the journey takes 4h 16m.

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