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

The cheapest way to get from Elko to Chico is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 7h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elko to Chico is to fly and train which takes 7h 15m and costs $130 - $750.

Is there a direct train between Elko and Chico?

No, there is no direct train from Elko station to Chico. However, there are services departing from Elko Amtrak Station and arriving at Chico Amtrak via Sacramento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 28m.

How far is it from Elko to Chico?

The distance between Elko and Chico is 512 miles. The road distance is 452 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elko to Chico without a car is to bus which takes 11h 21m and costs $85 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 11h 21m to get from Elko to Chico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elko to Chico train from?

Elko to Chico train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Elko Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Elko to Chico?

The best way to get from Elko to Chico is to bus which takes 11h 21m and costs $85 - $210. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $900 and takes 14h 28m.

Where does the Elko to Chico train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elko to Chico?

Yes, the driving distance between Elko to Chico is 452 miles. It takes approximately 7h 18m to drive from Elko to Chico.

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

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Where can I stay near Chico?

There are 43+ hotels available in Chico.

Elko to Chico - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Elko to Chico by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, plane, or train

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 Elko to Sparks Transit Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Sparks Transit Center to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Chico Bus Stationbus
11h 21m
$86–208
Drive 449.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elko to Chicocar 449.4 mi
7h 18m
$82–119
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Elko Amtrak Station to Sacramentotrain California Zephyr
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico Amtraktrain Coast Starlight
14h 28m
$87–895
Fly to Sacramento International Airport, train
1. Fly from Elko Regional Airport (EKO) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane EKO - SMF
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico Amtraktrain
7h 15m
$137–704
Fly to Oakland International Airport, train
1. Fly from Elko Regional Airport (EKO) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane EKO - OAK
2. Take the train from Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtrak to Sacramentotrain
3. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico Amtraktrain
11h 37m
$153–703

Elko to Chico by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

14h 28mAverage Duration

$87Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 508.9 mi
Duration: 11h 21m

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

You can take a vehicle from Elko to Chico Bus Station via Elko, Sparks Transit Center, and Sacramento Bus Station in around 11h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Elko Amtrak Station to Chico Amtrak via Sacramento in around 14h 28m.

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