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How to get fromSalinas to Chicoby train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound) or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Salinas to Chico by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

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  1. Train (Amtrak)

    best
    1. Take the train from Salinas to Chico AmtraktrainCoast Starlight
    7h 24m
    $55–470
  2. Drive 248 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Salinas to Chicocar248 mi
    4h 30m
    $46–66
  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Salinas Train Station to Oaklandbus
    2. Take the bus from Oakland to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
    3. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Chico Bus Stationbus
    7h 35m
    $53–189

Salinas to Chico by train (Amtrak)

Calendar7Weekly Trains
Duration7h 24mAverage Duration
Ticket$55Cheapest Price
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What companies run services between Salinas, CA, USA and Chico, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Chico Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $55–470 and the journey takes 7h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Salinas Train Station to Chico Bus Station via Oakland and Sacramento Bus Station in around 7h 35m.

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