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

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Lompoc is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 7h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chico to Lompoc is to drive which takes 7h 43m and costs $75 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and Lompoc?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico station to Lompoc. However, there are services departing from Chico Bus Station and arriving at Lompoc Transit Hub via Sacramento Bus Station, Oakland, Cypress at N Nicholson and Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 16m.

How far is it from Chico to Lompoc?

The distance between Chico and Lompoc is 471 miles. The road distance is 422.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chico to Lompoc without a car is to train and taxi which takes 13h 26m and costs $140 - $320.

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

It takes approximately 13h 26m to get from Chico to Lompoc, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Lompoc bus from?

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

Where does the Chico to Lompoc bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chico to Lompoc?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Lompoc is 422 miles. It takes approximately 7h 43m to drive from Chico to Lompoc.

Where can I stay near Lompoc?

There are 30+ hotels available in Lompoc.

Chico to Lompoc - 7 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, car, plane, and BART

There are 7 ways to get from Chico to Lompoc by train, taxi, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, plane, bus, or subway

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

Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to San Luis ObispoCoast Starlight
2. Take the taxi from Guadalupe Amtrak Station to Lompoc
13h 26m
$143–316
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chico Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Oakland
3. Take the bus from Oakland to Santa Maria
4. Take the bus from Transit Center to Lompoc Transit Hub30
14h 16m
$71–204
Drive 419.7 mi
1. Drive from Chico to Lompoc419.7 mi
7h 43m
$77–111
Train to Sacramento International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramento
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)SMF - SBA
3. Take the bus from Hollister at Kellogg to Lompoc
8h 19m
$77–393
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Emeryville
2. Take the bus from Emeryville to Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop
3. Take the bus from Transit Center to Lompoc Transit Hub30
14h 48m
Train, BART to San Francisco International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramento
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmond
3. Take the subway from Richmond to San Francisco International Airport
4. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)SFO - SBA
5. Take the bus from Hollister at Kellogg to Lompoc
11h 3m
$96–340
Train, train to Oakland International Airport, fly, bus
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 Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)OAK - SBA
4. Take the bus from Hollister at Kellogg to Lompoc
10h 33m
$93–350

Chico to Lompoc by bus

4Weekly Buses

14h 16mAverage Duration

$71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 468 mi
Duration: 13h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Chico Bus Station to Lompoc Transit Hub via Sacramento Bus Station, Oakland, Santa Maria, Cypress at N Nicholson, and Transit Center in around 14h 16m.

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