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

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Watsonville is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chico to Watsonville is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at W Lake Ave & Main via Stockton, Diridon Station and Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

How far is it from Chico to Watsonville?

The distance between Chico and Watsonville is 266 miles. The road distance is 235.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chico to Watsonville without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 32m and costs $45 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 8h 32m to get from Chico to Watsonville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Watsonville bus from?

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

Where does the Chico to Watsonville bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chico to Watsonville?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Watsonville is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Chico to Watsonville.

Where can I stay near Watsonville?

There are 150+ hotels available in Watsonville.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Chico to Watsonville by train, bus, bus (Amtrak), 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
8h 32m
$47–73
Drive 234.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chico to Watsonvillecar 234.2 mi
4h 26m
$43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chico Amtrak to Stocktonbus
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
8h 45m

Chico to Watsonville by train and bus

7Weekly Services

8h 32mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chico to Watsonville.

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Distance: 264.1 mi
Duration: 8h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Chico Amtrak to W Lake Ave & Main via Stockton, San Jose, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, and Front & Soquel Ave in around 8h 45m.

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