What is the cheapest way to get from Chico to Pacific Grove?

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Pacific Grove is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chico to Pacific Grove?

The fastest way to get from Chico to Pacific Grove is to drive which takes 4h 46m and costs $45 - $70.

How far is it from Chico to Pacific Grove?

The distance between Chico and Pacific Grove is 306 miles. The road distance is 264.3 miles.

How do I travel from Chico to Pacific Grove without a car?

The best way to get from Chico to Pacific Grove without a car is to train which takes 9h 55m and costs $45 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Chico to Pacific Grove?

It takes approximately 9h 55m to get from Chico to Pacific Grove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Pacific Grove bus from?

Chico to Pacific Grove bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chico Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Chico to Pacific Grove?

The best way to get from Chico to Pacific Grove is to train which takes 9h 55m and costs $45 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 16m.

Where does the Chico to Pacific Grove bus arrive?

Chico to Pacific Grove bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Stockton station.

Can I drive from Chico to Pacific Grove?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Pacific Grove is 264 miles. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Chico to Pacific Grove.

Where can I stay near Pacific Grove?

There are 270+ hotels available in Pacific Grove.

Chico to Pacific Grove - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Chico and Pacific Grove?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico to Pacific Grove. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at Lighthouse / Carmel via Stockton, San Jose, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 and Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 4 Tyler. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 16m.

There are 3 ways to get from Chico to Pacific Grove by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to SalinasCoast Starlight
9h 55m
$49–98
Drive 262.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chico to Pacific Grove262.7 mi
4h 46m
$48–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chico Amtrak to Stockton
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Jose
3. Take the bus from San Jose to Salinas
10h 16m

Chico to Pacific Grove by train and bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

9h 55mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 303.8 mi
Duration: 9h 55m

What companies run services between Chico, CA, USA and Pacific Grove, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chico Amtrak to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $40–95 and the journey takes 7h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chico Amtrak to Lighthouse / Carmel via Stockton, San Jose, Salinas, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, and Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 4 Tyler in around 10h 16m.

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