What is the cheapest way to get from Chico to Los Altos?

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Los Altos is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chico to Los Altos?

The fastest way to get from Chico to Los Altos is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and Los Altos?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico to Los Altos. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at San Antonio & Almond via Stockton, San Jose Diridon, Santa Clara & 2nd and Showers & El Camino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

How far is it from Chico to Los Altos?

The distance between Chico and Los Altos is 234 miles. The road distance is 193.2 miles.

How do I travel from Chico to Los Altos without a car?

The best way to get from Chico to Los Altos without a car is to train which takes 7h 38m and costs $45 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Chico to Los Altos?

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Chico to Los Altos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Los Altos bus from?

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

Train or bus from Chico to Los Altos?

The best way to get from Chico to Los Altos is to train which takes 7h 38m and costs $45 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Chico to Los Altos bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chico to Los Altos?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Los Altos is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Chico to Los Altos.

Where can I stay near Los Altos?

There are 625+ hotels available in Los Altos.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Chico to Los Altos by train (Amtrak), bus (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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to San JoseCoast Starlight
7h 38m
$47–63
Drive 192 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chico to Los Altos192 mi
3h 43m
$35–51
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chico Amtrak to StocktonAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San JoseAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 12m
Train via Sacramento (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to SacramentoCoast Starlight
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Santa Clara AmtrakCapitol Corridor
7h 41m
$58–72

Chico to Los Altos by train and bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

7h 38mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 232.5 mi
Duration: 7h 38m

What companies run services between Chico, CA, USA and Los Altos, Santa Clara County, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chico Amtrak to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $40–55 and the journey takes 6h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chico Amtrak to San Antonio & Almond via Stockton, San Jose, San Jose Diridon, Santa Clara & 2nd, El Camino & Showers, and Showers & El Camino in around 8h 12m.

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