Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Chico: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for San Diego to Chico on December 6
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Old Town San Diego
ChicoCheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Chico Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Bus Stop
Chico Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Chico Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Chico Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Chico

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chico. The journey takes about 19 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $165, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
19h 10mAverage Duration
880 kmDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$165 - $467Average Duration19h 10m
22kg CO₂e
Average Price$173 - $839Average Duration19h 27m
80kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Chico by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Chico?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Chico start from $165. The average price for this route is around $285. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Chico?

    The average bus travel time from San Diego to Chico is 19h 10m, covering a distance of 880 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Diego to Chico route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Diego to Chico?

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Chico at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Chico?

    A bus trip from San Diego to Chico generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Diego to Chico?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Chico?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Diego to Chico?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to Chico?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12-03
$147
12-04
$147
Today
$147
12-06
$147
12-07
$147
12-08
$147
12-09
$147
12-10
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Chico was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $147

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Chico, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $147 to $331 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Chico based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $147 which is on 2025-12-06.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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