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

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Placerville is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chico to Placerville is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and Placerville?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico to Placerville station. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at Placerville Station Transfer Center via Sacramento - Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Chico to Placerville?

The distance between Chico and Placerville is 136 miles. The road distance is 113.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chico to Placerville without a car is to bus which takes 4h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Chico to Placerville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Placerville bus from?

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

Where does the Chico to Placerville bus arrive?

Chico to Placerville bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Sacramento station.

Can I drive from Chico to Placerville?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Placerville is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Chico to Placerville.

Where can I stay near Placerville?

There are 64+ hotels available in Placerville.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Chico to Placerville by bus (Amtrak), train, bus, car, or tram

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chico Amtrak to SacramentoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to Placerville Station Transfer CenterSac/SLT Connecting Bus
4h 5m
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to SacramentoCoast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to Placerville Station Transfer CenterSac/SLT Connecting Bus
4h 16m
$19–49
Drive 112.5 mi
1. Drive from Chico to Placerville112.5 mi
2h 19m
$21–30
Bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Chico Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the tram from 7th & I/County Center Station to Iron Point Station
3. Take the bus from Iron Point station to Placerville Station Transfer Center50x
5h 48m
$28–100
Train, bus via Folsom
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to SacramentoCoast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Iron Point station to Placerville Station Transfer Center50x
5h 48m
$22–52

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chico to Placerville.

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Distance: 134.9 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Chico Amtrak to Placerville Station Transfer Center via Sacramento and Sacramento - Amtrak in around 4h 5m.

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