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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Chico is to bus which costs $55 - $120 and takes 10h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Chico is to fly and train which takes 6h 21m and costs $180 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Chico?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Portland Curbside Bus Stop and arriving at Chico Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Chico?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Portland and arriving at Chico Amtrak. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 50m.

How far is it from Portland to Chico?

The distance between Portland and Chico is 511 miles. The road distance is 492.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Chico without a car is to bus which takes 10h 20m and costs $55 - $120.

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

The bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Chico Bus Station takes 10h 20m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Portland to Chico bus from?

Portland to Chico bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Portland Curbside Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Portland to Chico train from?

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

Train or bus from Portland to Chico?

The best way to get from Portland to Chico is to bus which takes 10h 20m and costs $55 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $230 and takes 13h 50m.

Where does the Portland to Chico bus arrive?

Portland to Chico bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chico Bus Station.

Where does the Portland to Chico train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portland to Chico?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Chico is 492 miles. It takes approximately 8h 36m to drive from Portland to Chico.

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

Book your Portland to Chico train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Portland to Chico?

Book your Portland to Chico bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Chico?

There are 45+ hotels available in Chico.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Portland to Chico by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), 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
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1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Chico Bus StationFlixBus N2111
10h 20m
$55–120
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Portland to Chico AmtrakCoast Starlight
13h 50m
$85–230
Drive 489.4 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Chico489.4 mi
8h 36m
$90–129
Fly to Sacramento International Airport, train
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)PDX - SMF
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico Amtrak
6h 21m
$183–437
Fly to Oakland International Airport, train
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)PDX - OAK
2. Take the train from Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtrak to Sacramento
3. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico Amtrak
9h 28m
$249–401

Portland to Chico by bus

14Weekly Buses

10h 20mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 507.7 mi
Duration: 10h 20m

What companies run services between Portland, OR, USA and Chico, CA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Chico Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $55–100 and the journey takes 10h 20m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Portland to Chico Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $85–230 and the journey takes 13h 50m.

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