Bus Tickets from Chico to San Francisco, US

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Next departures to San Francisco

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 29 at
    Departure city: Chico
    Departure location: Chico
    Arrival time: August 29 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: Mission St & Fremont St
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 29 at
    Departure city: Chico
    Departure location: Chico
    Arrival time: August 29 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: Mission St & Fremont St
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 29 at
    Departure city: Chico
    Departure location: Chico Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 29 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 29 at
    Departure city: Chico
    Departure location: Chico Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 29 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: San Francisco Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chico to San Francisco

Bus
Average PriceUS$44 - US$115Average Duration5h 50m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$37 - US$77Average Duration5h 8m
20kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chico to San Francisco

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 5 hours 8 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
5h 8mAverage Duration
US$37Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chico to San Francisco, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$60
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 50m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure6:35am
Distance220 km
Latest bus departure1:00pm

Chico to San Francisco Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Chico to San Francisco, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

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

  1. What is the travel distance from Chico to San Francisco?

    The distance covered from Chico to San Francisco is 223 km (138 miles).

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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08-28
US$35
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US$50
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08-31
US$41
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chico to San Francisco, US was searched and found on Aug 28, 2025 with a price of US$35

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 Francisco, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$35 to US$123 for a bus ticket from Chico to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$41 which is on 2025-08-31.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chico to San Francisco.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chico to San Francisco, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Chico to San Francisco that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chico to San Francisco, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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Bus from San Francisco, US to Chico

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