What is the cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Chico?

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Chico is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Rafael to Chico?

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Chico is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Chico?

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to Chico station. However, there are services departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B and arriving at Chico Bus Station via El Cerrito del Norte Station, Vallejo Transit Center and Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from San Rafael to Chico?

The distance between San Rafael and Chico is 177 miles. The road distance is 159.5 miles.

How do I travel from San Rafael to Chico without a car?

The best way to get from San Rafael to Chico without a car is to train via Sacramento which takes 5h 59m and costs $45 - $85.

How long does it take to get from San Rafael to Chico?

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from San Rafael to Chico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Rafael to Chico bus from?

San Rafael to Chico bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Vallejo Transit Center station.

Train or bus from San Rafael to Chico?

The best way to get from San Rafael to Chico is to train via Sacramento which takes 5h 59m and costs $45 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $120 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the San Rafael to Chico bus arrive?

San Rafael to Chico bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Chico?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Chico is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from San Rafael to Chico.

Where can I stay near Chico?

There are 45+ hotels available in Chico.

San Rafael to Chico - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from San Rafael to Chico by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, bus, 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 via Sacramento (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Richmond to SacramentoCapitol Corridor / ...
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico AmtrakCoast Starlight
5h 59m
$50–81
Drive 158.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Rafael to Chico158.6 mi
2h 57m
$29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vallejo Transit Center to Sacramento Bus StationGreyhound US0870
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Chico Bus StationFlixBus N2111
6h 49m
$46–113
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Emeryville to Chico AmtrakCoast Starlight
7h 1m
$46–79
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte Station to Spring St & Suisun-Fairfield AmtrakR / ...
2. Take the train from Suisun-Fairfield to Sacramento
3. Take the bus from Sacramento to Chico Amtrak
7h 30m

San Rafael to Chico by bus, subway, and train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

5h 59mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from San Rafael to Chico.

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Distance: 175.7 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

What companies run services between San Rafael, CA, USA and Chico, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Bellam Blvd & I-580 to Chico Amtrak via El Cerrito del Norte BART Station, El Cerrito Del Norte, Richmond, Richmond, and Sacramento in around 5h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B to Chico Bus Station via El Cerrito del Norte Station, Vallejo Transit Center, and Sacramento Bus Station in around 6h 49m.

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