What is the cheapest way to get from Chico to Carson City?

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Carson City is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chico to Carson City?

The fastest way to get from Chico to Carson City is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and Carson City?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico station to Carson City. However, there are services departing from Chico Bus Station and arriving at Washington Street and W Plaza Street via Sacramento Bus Station and RTC 4th STREET STATION Bay R 4SS. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Chico to Carson City?

The distance between Chico and Carson City is 250 miles. The road distance is 172.6 miles.

How do I travel from Chico to Carson City without a car?

The best way to get from Chico to Carson City without a car is to bus which takes 6h 56m and costs $45 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Chico to Carson City?

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Chico to Carson City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Carson City bus from?

Chico to Carson City bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chico Bus Station.

Where does the Chico to Carson City bus arrive?

Chico to Carson City bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chico to Carson City?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Carson City is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Chico to Carson City.

Where can I stay near Carson City?

There are 398+ hotels available in Carson City.

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

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

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 Chico Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Reno Amtrak
3. Take the bus from RTC 4th STREET STATION Bay R 4SS to Washington Street and W Plaza Street
6h 56m
$46–152
Drive 171.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chico to Carson City171.6 mi
3h 31m
$32–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramento
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Reno
3. Take the bus from RTC 4th STREET STATION Bay R 4SS to Washington Street and W Plaza Street
10h 16m
$80–184
Bus via Sacramento
1. Take the bus from Chico Amtrak to Sacramento
2. Take the bus from Sacramento to Reno
3. Take the bus from RTC 4th STREET STATION Bay R 4SS to S Stewart Street at Supreme Court
8h 13m

Chico to Carson City by bus

14Weekly Buses

6h 56mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 248.9 mi
Duration: 6h 56m

What companies run services between Chico, CA, USA and Carson City, NV, USA?

You can take a bus from Chico Bus Station to Washington Street and W Plaza Street via Sacramento Bus Station, Reno Amtrak, and RTC 4th STREET STATION Bay R 4SS in around 6h 56m.

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