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

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Modesto is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chico to Modesto is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and Modesto?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico station to Modesto. However, there are services departing from Chico Bus Station and arriving at Modesto Bus Stop via Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Chico to Modesto?

The distance between Chico and Modesto is 169 miles. The road distance is 161.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chico to Modesto without a car is to bus via Sacramento which takes 4h 35m and costs $35 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Chico to Modesto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Modesto bus from?

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

Where does the Chico to Modesto bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chico to Modesto?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Modesto is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Chico to Modesto.

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

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

Where can I stay near Modesto?

There are 69+ hotels available in Modesto.

Chico to Modesto - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chico to Modesto 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 via Sacramento
best
1. Take the bus from Chico Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2111
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Modesto Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
4h 35m
$38–116
Drive 160.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chico to Modestocar 160.7 mi
2h 55m
$30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Modesto Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
5h 57m
$39–71
Train, bus via Lodi
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain
2. Take the bus from Sacramento to Lodi Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Lodi Bus Stop to Modesto Bus Stopbus
6h 6m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chico Amtrak to Stocktonbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Stockton Transit Center to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exibus 80
6h 7m

Chico to Modesto by bus

14Weekly Buses

4h 35mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chico to Modesto.

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Distance: 168.1 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Chico Bus Station to Modesto Bus Stop via Sacramento Bus Station in around 4h 35m.

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