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

The cheapest way to get from Monterey to Chico is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monterey to Chico is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Monterey and Chico?

No, there is no direct bus from Monterey to Chico. However, there are services departing from Tyler / Franklin and arriving at Chico Amtrak via Salinas, San Jose and Stockton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 38m.

How far is it from Monterey to Chico?

The distance between Monterey and Chico is 303 miles. The road distance is 261.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Monterey to Chico without a car is to train which takes 9h 17m and costs $50 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 9h 17m to get from Monterey to Chico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monterey to Chico bus from?

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

Train or bus from Monterey to Chico?

The best way to get from Monterey to Chico is to train which takes 9h 17m and costs $50 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 38m.

Where does the Monterey to Chico bus arrive?

Monterey to Chico bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Monterey to Chico?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey to Chico is 262 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Monterey to Chico.

Where can I stay near Chico?

There are 42+ hotels available in Chico.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Monterey to Chico by train (Amtrak), bus (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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Salinas to Chico Amtraktrain Coast Starlight
9h 17m
$52–98
Drive 260.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Monterey to Chicocar 260.2 mi
4h 45m
$48–69
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San Josebus
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Stocktonbus
3. Take the bus from Stockton to Chico Amtrakbus
10h 38m
Fly, train
1. Fly from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to Redding Municipal Airport (RDD)plane MRY - RDD
2. Take the train from Redding Amtrak to Chico Amtraktrain
9h 54m
$65–365

Monterey to Chico by bus and train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

9h 17mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 301.3 mi
Duration: 9h 17m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Chico Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $50–95 and the journey takes 7h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tyler / Franklin to Chico Amtrak via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Salinas, San Jose, and Stockton in around 10h 38m.

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