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

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Aptos is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chico to Aptos is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and Aptos?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico to Aptos. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd via Stockton, Diridon Station and Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

How far is it from Chico to Aptos?

The distance between Chico and Aptos is 254 miles. The road distance is 228 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chico to Aptos without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 54m and costs $45 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 7h 54m to get from Chico to Aptos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Aptos bus from?

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

Where does the Chico to Aptos bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chico to Aptos?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Aptos is 228 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Chico to Aptos.

Where can I stay near Aptos?

There are 142+ hotels available in Aptos.

Chico to Aptos - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Chico to Aptos by train, bus, bus (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound, Amtrak)

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to San JoseCoast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Front17
7h 54m
$45–66
Drive 226.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chico to Aptos226.6 mi
4h 12m
$42–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chico Amtrak to Stockton
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Jose
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Front17
8h 18m
Bus via Sacramento
1. Take the bus from Chico Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Jose Diridon Station
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Front17
8h 53m
$44–155

Chico to Aptos by train and bus

7Weekly Services

7h 54mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 252.3 mi
Duration: 7h 54m

What companies run services between Chico, CA, USA and Aptos, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Chico Amtrak to Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd via Stockton, San Jose, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, and Front & Soquel Ave in around 8h 18m.

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