What is the cheapest way to get from Mountain View to Chico?

The cheapest way to get from Mountain View to Chico is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mountain View to Chico?

The fastest way to get from Mountain View to Chico is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Mountain View and Chico?

No, there is no direct bus from Mountain View to Chico. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Castro and arriving at Chico Amtrak via San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich, Stockton Blvd & 65Th St and Sacramento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Mountain View and Chico?

No, there is no direct train from Mountain View to Chico. However, there are services departing from Mountain View Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Chico Amtrak via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Mountain View to Chico?

The distance between Mountain View and Chico is 227 miles. The road distance is 195.5 miles.

How do I travel from Mountain View to Chico without a car?

The best way to get from Mountain View to Chico without a car is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs $50 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Mountain View to Chico?

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Mountain View to Chico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mountain View to Chico bus from?

Mountain View to Chico bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & Castro station.

Where do I catch the Mountain View to Chico train from?

Mountain View to Chico train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Train or bus from Mountain View to Chico?

The best way to get from Mountain View to Chico is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs $50 - $85. Alternatively, you can line 22 bus and bus, which costs and takes 7h 51m.

Where does the Mountain View to Chico bus arrive?

Mountain View to Chico bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Tully & King station.

Where does the Mountain View to Chico train arrive?

Mountain View to Chico train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chico Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Mountain View to Chico?

Yes, the driving distance between Mountain View to Chico is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Mountain View to Chico.

Where can I stay near Chico?

There are 44+ hotels available in Chico.

Mountain View to Chico - 5 ways to travel via train, line 22 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Mountain View 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 San Jose to Chico Amtraktrain Coast Starlight
6h 57m
$55–81
Drive 194.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mountain View to Chicocar 194.4 mi
3h 37m
$36–52
Line 22 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Castro to Tully & Kingbus 22
2. Take the bus from San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich to Huong Lan Sandwiches Sacramentobus
3. Take the bus from Sacramento to Chico Amtrakbus
7h 51m
Fly, train
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane SFO - SMF
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico Amtraktrain
5h 59m
$82–452
Train via Sacramento (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Sacramentotrain Capitol Corridor
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico Amtraktrain Coast Starlight
7h 2m
$55–85

Mountain View to Chico by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

6h 57mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mountain View to Chico.

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Distance: 225.4 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

What companies run services between Mountain View, Santa Clara County, CA, USA and Chico, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Jose to Chico Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $50–75 and the journey takes 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Camino & Castro to Chico Amtrak via Tully & King, San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich, Huong Lan Sandwiches Sacramento, Stockton Blvd & 65Th St, 8Th St & I St, and Sacramento in around 7h 51m.

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