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

The cheapest way to get from Watsonville to Chico is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watsonville to Chico is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Watsonville and Chico?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonville to Chico. However, there are services departing from E Beach & Union and arriving at Chico Amtrak via Front, San Jose and Stockton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 2m.

How far is it from Watsonville to Chico?

The distance between Watsonville and Chico is 266 miles. The road distance is 236.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watsonville to Chico without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 1m and costs $40 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 9h 1m to get from Watsonville to Chico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watsonville to Chico bus from?

Watsonville to Chico bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Front station.

Where does the Watsonville to Chico bus arrive?

Watsonville to Chico bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Diridon Station.

Can I drive from Watsonville to Chico?

Yes, the driving distance between Watsonville to Chico is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Watsonville to Chico.

Where can I stay near Chico?

There are 42+ hotels available in Chico.

Watsonville to Chico - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus 17
2. Take the train from San Jose to Chico Amtraktrain Coast Starlight
9h 1m
$44–74
Drive 235.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watsonville to Chicocar 235.6 mi
4h 22m
$43–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus 17
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Stocktonbus
3. Take the bus from Stockton to Chico Amtrakbus
10h 2m

Watsonville to Chico by bus and train

7Weekly Services

9h 1mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Watsonville to Chico.

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Distance: 264.8 mi
Duration: 9h 1m

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

You can take a bus from E Beach & Union to Chico Amtrak via Soquel Ave & Front, Front, Diridon Station, San Jose, and Stockton in around 10h 2m.

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