What is the cheapest way to get from Pacific Grove to Chico?

The cheapest way to get from Pacific Grove to Chico is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pacific Grove to Chico?

The fastest way to get from Pacific Grove to Chico is to drive which takes 4h 49m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Pacific Grove and Chico?

No, there is no direct bus from Pacific Grove to Chico. However, there are services departing from Lighthouse / 12th and arriving at Chico Amtrak via Tyler / Franklin, Salinas, San Jose and Stockton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 15m.

How far is it from Pacific Grove to Chico?

The distance between Pacific Grove and Chico is 305 miles. The road distance is 263.7 miles.

How do I travel from Pacific Grove to Chico without a car?

The best way to get from Pacific Grove to Chico without a car is to train which takes 9h 54m and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Pacific Grove to Chico?

It takes approximately 9h 54m to get from Pacific Grove to Chico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pacific Grove to Chico bus from?

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

Train or bus from Pacific Grove to Chico?

The best way to get from Pacific Grove to Chico is to train which takes 9h 54m and costs $55 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 15m.

Where does the Pacific Grove to Chico bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pacific Grove to Chico?

Yes, the driving distance between Pacific Grove to Chico is 264 miles. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Pacific Grove to Chico.

Where can I stay near Chico?

There are 40+ hotels available in Chico.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Pacific Grove to Chico by train (Amtrak), 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 (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Salinas to Chico Amtraktrain Coast Starlight
9h 54m
$59–102
Drive 262.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pacific Grove to Chicocar 262.1 mi
4h 49m
$48–70
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
11h 15m

Pacific Grove to Chico by bus and train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

9h 54mAverage Duration

$59Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Pacific Grove to Chico.

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Distance: 303.6 mi
Duration: 9h 54m

What companies run services between Pacific Grove, CA, USA and Chico, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Chico Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $55–95 and the journey takes 7h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lighthouse / 12th to Chico Amtrak via Calle Principal / Parking Garage, Tyler / Franklin, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Salinas, San Jose, and Stockton in around 11h 15m.

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