Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | San Francisco Bus Station | Chico Bus Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Mission St & Fremont St | Chico | Fastest | |||||
| Mission St & Fremont St | Chico | No tags | |||||
 | San Francisco Bus Station | Chico Bus Station | No tags | |||||
| Mission St & Fremont St | Chico | No tags |
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Get from San Francisco to Chico
The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Francisco, 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.
How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to Chico?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Chico start from $56. The average price for this route is around $102. 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 San Francisco to Chico?
The average bus travel time from San Francisco to Chico is 6h 30m, covering a distance of 221 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Chico route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Francisco to Chico?
The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Chico at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Chico?
A bus trip from San Francisco to Chico generates an estimated 6 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 San Francisco 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 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Chico?
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 San Francisco 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Francisco 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.
The cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Chico was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $39To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Francisco, US to Chico, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $39 to $678 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Chico based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2026-01-29.
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.
