What is the cheapest way to get from Chico to Walnut Creek?

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Walnut Creek is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chico to Walnut Creek?

The fastest way to get from Chico to Walnut Creek is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and Walnut Creek?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico station to Walnut Creek. However, there are services departing from Chico Bus Station and arriving at Walnut Creek BART via Sacramento Bus Station and Vallejo Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Chico and Walnut Creek?

No, there is no direct train from Chico to Walnut Creek. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at Walnut Creek via Sacramento, Richmond and MacArthur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Chico to Walnut Creek?

The distance between Chico and Walnut Creek is 155 miles. The road distance is 146.5 miles.

How do I travel from Chico to Walnut Creek without a car?

The best way to get from Chico to Walnut Creek without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs $20 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Chico to Walnut Creek?

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Chico to Walnut Creek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Walnut Creek bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chico to Walnut Creek train from?

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

Train or bus from Chico to Walnut Creek?

The best way to get from Chico to Walnut Creek is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs $20 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $110 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Chico to Walnut Creek bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chico to Walnut Creek train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chico to Walnut Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Walnut Creek is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Chico to Walnut Creek.

Where can I stay near Walnut Creek?

There are 345+ hotels available in Walnut Creek.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Chico to Walnut Creek by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), 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 MartinezCoast Starlight
5h 15m
$20–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chico Bus Station to Sacramento Bus StationFlixBus N2111
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Vallejo Transit CenterGreyhound US0870
5h 49m
$40–107
Drive 145.7 mi
1. Drive from Chico to Walnut Creek145.7 mi
2h 43m
$27–39
Train via Sacramento (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to SacramentoCoast Starlight
2. Take the train from Sacramento to RichmondCapitol Corridor
5h 27m
$46–68

Chico to Walnut Creek by train and bus (Amtrak)

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5h 15mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.6 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Chico, CA, USA and Walnut Creek, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chico Amtrak to Martinez once daily. Tickets cost $18–80 and the journey takes 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chico Bus Station to Walnut Creek BART via Sacramento Bus Station and Vallejo Transit Center in around 5h 49m.

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