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

The cheapest way to get from Pleasanton to Chico is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pleasanton to Chico is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Pleasanton and Chico?

No, there is no direct bus from Pleasanton to Chico. However, there are services departing from First St & Kottinger Dr and arriving at Chico Amtrak via Livermore Amtrak Bus Stop and Stockton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Pleasanton and Chico?

No, there is no direct train from Pleasanton to Chico. However, there are services departing from Dublin / Pleasanton and arriving at Chico Amtrak via Oakland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Pleasanton to Chico?

The distance between Pleasanton and Chico is 199 miles. The road distance is 167.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pleasanton to Chico without a car is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs $45 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Pleasanton to Chico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pleasanton to Chico bus from?

Pleasanton to Chico bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Livermore Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Pleasanton to Chico train from?

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

Train or bus from Pleasanton to Chico?

The best way to get from Pleasanton to Chico is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs $45 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Pleasanton to Chico bus arrive?

Pleasanton to Chico bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Stockton station.

Where does the Pleasanton to Chico train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pleasanton to Chico?

Yes, the driving distance between Pleasanton to Chico is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Pleasanton to Chico.

Where can I stay near Chico?

There are 44+ hotels available in Chico.

Pleasanton to Chico - 4 ways to travel via train, BART, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Pleasanton to Chico by train (Amtrak), subway, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Oakland to Chico Amtraktrain Coast Starlight
6h 1m
$45–76
Drive 167 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pleasanton to Chicocar 167 mi
3h 8m
$31–44
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to West Oaklandsubway
2. Take the bus from Oakland to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Chico Bus Stationbus
6h 23m
$41–108
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Livermore Amtrak Bus Stop to Stocktonbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Stockton to Chico Amtrakbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 48m

Pleasanton to Chico by subway, foot, and train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

6h 1mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 198 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Oakland to Chico Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $40–70 and the journey takes 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from First St & Kottinger Dr to Chico Amtrak via Livermore Transit Center, Livermore Amtrak Bus Stop, and Stockton in around 6h 48m.

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