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

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Reno is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chico to Reno is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and Reno?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico station to Reno. However, there are services departing from Chico Bus Station and arriving at Reno Amtrak via Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Chico and Reno?

No, there is no direct train from Chico to Reno. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at Reno via Sacramento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from Chico to Reno?

The distance between Chico and Reno is 219 miles. The road distance is 161.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chico to Reno without a car is to bus which takes 5h and costs $40 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Chico to Reno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Reno bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chico to Reno train from?

Chico to Reno train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chico Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Chico to Reno?

The best way to get from Chico to Reno is to bus which takes 5h and costs $40 - $180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $90 - $430 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Chico to Reno bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chico to Reno train arrive?

Chico to Reno train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Sacramento station.

Can I drive from Chico to Reno?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Reno is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Chico to Reno.

How do I get a train ticket from Chico to Reno?

Book your Chico to Reno train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Reno?

There are 236+ hotels available in Reno.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Chico to Reno by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), 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
best
1. Take the bus from Chico Bus Station to Sacramento Bus StationFlixBus N2111
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Reno AmtrakGreyhound US0870
5h
$41–179
Drive 160.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chico to Reno160.9 mi
3h 1m
$30–43
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to SacramentoCoast Starlight
2. Take the train from Sacramento to RenoCalifornia Zephyr
8h 20m
$93–425
Bus via Sacramento (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chico Amtrak to SacramentoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Sacramento to RenoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 15m

Chico to Reno by bus

14Weekly Buses

5hAverage Duration

$41Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 218.2 mi
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Chico, CA, USA and Reno, NV, USA?

You can take a bus from Chico Bus Station to Reno Amtrak via Sacramento Bus Station in around 5h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chico Amtrak to Reno via Sacramento in around 8h 20m.

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