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

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Indio is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 9h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chico to Indio is to train and fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $170 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and Indio?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico station to Indio station. However, there are services departing from Chico Bus Station and arriving at Indio Bus Station via Sacramento Bus Station and Los Angeles Downtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 45m.

How far is it from Chico to Indio?

The distance between Chico and Indio is 559 miles. The road distance is 595.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chico to Indio without a car is to bus via Los Angeles which takes 13h 45m and costs $90 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Chico to Indio, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Indio bus from?

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

Where does the Chico to Indio bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chico to Indio?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Indio is 595 miles. It takes approximately 9h 52m to drive from Chico to Indio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Indio?

There are 1273+ hotels available in Indio.

Chico to Indio - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Chico to Indio by train, plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), 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.

Train to Sacramento International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramento
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)SMF - PSP
6h 3m
$170–604
Bus via Los Angeles
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chico Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Station
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Indio Bus Station
13h 45m
$94–305
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Los AngelesCoast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio Bus StationGreyhound US1000 / ...
20h 9m
$110–210
Drive 592 mi
1. Drive from Chico to Indio592 mi
9h 52m
$108–156
Train, train to Oakland International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramento
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtrak
3. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)OAK - PSP
8h 18m
$181–541
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chico Amtrak to Sacramento
2. Take the bus from Huong Lan Sandwiches Sacramento to San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich
3. Take the bus from San Jose to Indio
17h 50m

Chico to Indio by bus

6Weekly Buses

13h 45mAverage Duration

$94Cheapest Price

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Distance: 555.4 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Chico Bus Station to Indio Bus Station via Sacramento Bus Station, Los Angeles Union Station, and Los Angeles Downtown in around 13h 45m.

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