Find coaches from Chico to San Jose, US

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Next departures from Chico to San Jose on 19 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Chico Bus Station
Diridon StationCheapest
Amtrak
Chico
Diridon StationFastest
Amtrak
Chico
Diridon StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chico to San Jose

Bus
Average priceUS$30 - US$85Average duration10h
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$38 - US$82Average duration6h 2m
24kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chico to San Jose

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 10 hours and with fares starting at just US$30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
10hAverage duration
US$30Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chico to San Jose, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$38
Average bus trip duration10h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure13:00
Distance165 miles

Chico to San Jose Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chico - San Jose, US

  1. How far is San Jose from Chico by coach?

    The distance between Chico and San Jose by coach is approximately 165 miles (266 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach San Jose from Chico without a car?

    You can travel to San Jose from Chico by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
16/09
US$54
17/09
US$54
Today
US$54
19/09
US$54
20/09
US$54
21/09
US$54
22/09
US$54
23/09
US$54
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chico to San Jose, US was searched and found on 16 Sept 2025 with a price of US$54

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

You can expect to pay from US$54 to US$54 for a bus ticket from Chico to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$54, which is on 2025-09-19.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Chico to San Jose but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chico to San Jose, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chico to San Jose will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Chico to San Jose while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chico to San Jose, US?

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Will you be returning to Chico by bus?

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