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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Chico | Amtrak Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Chico Bus Station | 16th St (Bakersfield) | Fastest | |||||
| Chico | Amtrak Station | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Chico Bus Station | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags | |||||
| Chico | Amtrak Station | No tags |
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Get from Chico to Bakersfield
The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chico to Bakersfield by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Chico to Bakersfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chico to Bakersfield start from $125. The average price for this route is around $155. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chico to Bakersfield?
The average bus travel time from Chico to Bakersfield is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 545 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chico to Bakersfield route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chico to Bakersfield?
The earliest bus departs from Chico to Bakersfield at 6:25am. And the latest bus departs at 1:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chico to Bakersfield?
A bus trip from Chico to Bakersfield generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chico to Bakersfield?
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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chico to Bakersfield?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chico to Bakersfield?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chico to Bakersfield?
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.
The cheapest trip from Chico to Bakersfield was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $85To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chico to Bakersfield, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $85 to $146 for a bus ticket from Chico to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $85 which is on 2026-01-14.
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.
