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

The cheapest way to get from Sunnyvale to Chico is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunnyvale to Chico is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Sunnyvale and Chico?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunnyvale to Chico. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Mathilda and arriving at Chico Amtrak via San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich, Stockton Blvd & 65Th St and Sacramento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Sunnyvale and Chico?

No, there is no direct train from Sunnyvale to Chico. However, there are services departing from Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Chico Amtrak via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Sunnyvale to Chico?

The distance between Sunnyvale and Chico is 224 miles. The road distance is 194.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to Chico without a car is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs $50 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Sunnyvale to Chico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunnyvale to Chico bus from?

Sunnyvale to Chico bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & Mathilda station.

Where do I catch the Sunnyvale to Chico train from?

Sunnyvale to Chico train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Train or bus from Sunnyvale to Chico?

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to Chico is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs $50 - $80. Alternatively, you can line 22 bus and bus, which costs and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Sunnyvale to Chico bus arrive?

Sunnyvale to Chico bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Tully & King station.

Where does the Sunnyvale to Chico train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunnyvale to Chico?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunnyvale to Chico is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Sunnyvale to Chico.

Where can I stay near Chico?

There are 45+ hotels available in Chico.

Sunnyvale to Chico - 4 ways to travel via train, line 22 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Jose to Chico Amtraktrain Coast Starlight
6h 53m
$54–80
Drive 193.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sunnyvale to Chicocar 193.2 mi
3h 35m
$36–51
Line 22 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Mathilda to Tully & Kingbus 22
2. Take the bus from San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich to Huong Lan Sandwiches Sacramentobus
3. Take the bus from Sacramento to Chico Amtrakbus
7h 39m
Train via Sacramento (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Sacramentotrain Capitol Corridor
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico Amtraktrain Coast Starlight
6h 58m
$55–85

Sunnyvale to Chico by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

6h 53mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Sunnyvale to Chico.

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Distance: 222.7 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Jose to Chico Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $50–75 and the journey takes 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Camino & Mathilda to Chico Amtrak via Tully & King, San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich, Huong Lan Sandwiches Sacramento, Stockton Blvd & 65Th St, 8Th St & I St, and Sacramento in around 7h 39m.

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