How far is San Jose from Chico?

The distance separating San Jose and Chico is 165 miles (266 km).

Bus San Jose to Chico from $28 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Jose to Chico on September 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:35am	Diridon Station	5h 50m	11:25am	Chico Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	4:30am	Diridon Station	7h 25m	11:55am	Chico	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:15pm	Diridon Station	8h 15m	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Chico on September 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:35am	Diridon Station	5h 50m	11:25am	Chico Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	4:30am	Diridon Station	7h 25m	11:55am	Chico	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:15pm	Diridon Station	8h 15m	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Chico on September 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:35am	Diridon Station	5h 50m	11:25am	Chico Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	4:30am	Diridon Station	7h 25m	11:55am	Chico	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:15pm	Diridon Station	8h 15m	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Chico on September 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		5:35am	Diridon Station	5h 50m	11:25am	Chico Bus Station	CheapestFastest
		4:30am	Diridon Station	7h 25m	11:55am	Chico	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Chico on September 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		5:35am	Diridon Station	5h 50m	11:25am	Chico Bus Station	CheapestFastest
		4:30am	Diridon Station	7h 25m	11:55am	Chico	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Chico on September 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		5:35am	Diridon Station	5h 50m	11:25am	Chico Bus Station	CheapestFastest
		4:30am	Diridon Station	7h 25m	11:55am	Chico	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Chico on September 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:35am	Diridon Station	5h 50m	11:25am	Chico Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	4:30am	Diridon Station	7h 25m	11:55am	Chico	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:15pm	Diridon Station	8h 15m	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Chico.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $115	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$38 - $82	Average Duration5h 39m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to Chico

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chico. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

5h 50mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest ticket

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Jose, US to Chico: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$51

Average bus trip duration5h 50m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure5:35am

Distance165 miles (266 km)

Latest bus departure2:15pm

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,248 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/510,469 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Amtrak

4/55,452 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, New York Trailways

San Jose to Chico Bus

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Frequently asked questions for your trip San Jose, US - Chico

How far is San Jose from Chico?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

09/09

$33

09/10

$42

Today

$30

09/12

$43

09/13

$46

09/14

$46

09/15

$36

09/16

$46

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Chico was searched and found on Sep 11, 2025 with a price of $30

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

You can expect to pay from $30 to $52 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Chico based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-09-15.

Usually Amtrak 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.

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 San Jose to Chico 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 San Jose to Chico, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Jose to Chico that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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