Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Diridon Station | Chico Bus Station | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:47 PM PST.
Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Chico
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chico. The journey takes about 5 hours 39 minutes, and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
1train per day
5h 39mAverage Duration
267 kmDistance
24kgCO₂ emissions
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US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, US to Chico by bus
How far is San Jose from Chico?
It's about 266 km (165 miles) from San Jose to Chico.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-22
$77
11-23
$77
Today
$80
11-25
$86
11-26
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11-27
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11-28
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11-29
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The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Chico was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $77To 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 $77 to $161 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 $86 which is on 2025-11-25.
