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

The cheapest way to get from Denver to Chico is to bus which costs $140 - $320 and takes 27h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Denver to Chico is to fly and train which takes 7h 39m and costs $130 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Denver and Chico?

No, there is no direct bus from Denver station to Chico station. However, there are services departing from Denver Union Station and arriving at Chico Bus Station via Sparks Transit Center and Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Denver and Chico?

No, there is no direct train from Denver to Chico. However, there are services departing from Denver and arriving at Chico Amtrak via Sacramento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 7m.

How far is it from Denver to Chico?

The distance between Denver and Chico is 1033 miles. The road distance is 1157.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Denver to Chico without a car is to bus which takes 27h 5m and costs $140 - $320.

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

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Denver to Chico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Denver to Chico bus from?

Denver to Chico bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Denver Union Station.

Where do I catch the Denver to Chico train from?

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

Train or bus from Denver to Chico?

The best way to get from Denver to Chico is to bus which takes 27h 5m and costs $140 - $320. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $170 - $1,400 and takes 34h 7m.

Where does the Denver to Chico bus arrive?

Denver to Chico bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sparks Transit Center station.

What is the time difference between Denver and Chico?

Chico is 1h behind Denver. It is currently 1:08 PM in Denver and 12:08 PM in Chico.

Where does the Denver to Chico train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Denver to Chico?

Yes, the driving distance between Denver to Chico is 1158 miles. It takes approximately 19h 28m to drive from Denver to Chico.

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

Book your Denver to Chico train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Chico?

There are 45+ hotels available in Chico.

Denver to Chico - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and BART

There are 8 ways to get from Denver to Chico by plane, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or subway

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

Fly to Sacramento International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)DEN - SMF
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico Amtrak
7h 39m
$130–654
Fly to Redding Municipal Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Redding Municipal Airport (RDD)DEN - RDD
2. Take the train from Redding Amtrak to Chico Amtrak
9h 27m
$127–557
Bus
1. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Sparks Transit Center
2. Take the bus from Sparks Transit Center to Sacramento Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Chico Bus Station
27h 5m
$143–318
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Denver to SacramentoCalifornia Zephyr
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico AmtrakCoast Starlight
34h 7m
$176–1,333
Drive 1,151.1 mi
1. Drive from Denver to Chico1,151.1 mi
19h 28m
$211–304
Fly to Oakland International Airport, train
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)DEN - OAK
2. Take the train from Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtrak to Sacramento
3. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico Amtrak
10h 36m
$176–698
Fly to San Francisco International Airport, BART, train
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)DEN - SFO
2. Take the subway from San Francisco International Airport to Richmond
3. Take the train from Richmond to Sacramento
4. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico Amtrak
10h 57m
$134–455
Fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, train
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)DEN - SJC
2. Take the train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Sacramento
3. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico Amtrak
11h 40m
$185–693

Denver to Chico by bus

7Weekly Buses

27h 5mAverage Duration

$143Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,026.6 mi
Duration: 7h 39m

What companies run services between Denver, CO, USA and Chico, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Denver Union Station to Chico Bus Station via Sparks Transit Center and Sacramento Bus Station in around 27h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Denver to Chico Amtrak via Sacramento in around 34h 7m.

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