How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to Chico?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Chico start from $57. The average price for this route is around $80. 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 trip duration from San Francisco to Chico is 6h 30m, covering a distance of 137 miles (221 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 35m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Chico route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time 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 recommended mode of travel 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 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Chico?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from San Francisco to Chico?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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.

Bus San Francisco to Chico from $39 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Francisco to Chico on November 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:40pm	Mission St & Fremont St	5h 30m	8:10pm	Chico	Cheapest
	8:50pm	Mission St & Fremont St	4h 47m	1:37am	Chico	Fastest
	8:50pm	Mission St & Fremont St	4h 47m	1:37am	Chico	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	4:00pm	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 30m	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Francisco to Chico on November 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:35am	Mission St & Fremont St	5h 45m	4:20pm	Chico	Cheapest
	8:50pm	Mission St & Fremont St	4h 47m	1:37am	Chico	Fastest
	12:50pm	Mission St & Fremont St	7h 20m	8:10pm	Chico	No tags
	6:30am	San Francisco Bus Station	4h 55m	11:25am	Chico Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	4:00pm	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 30m	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:04 PM PST.

Get from San Francisco to Chico

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

6h 30mAverage Duration

137 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,404 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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

3.5/511,465 reviews

Staff4.2

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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 $57. The average price for this route is around $80. 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 trip duration from San Francisco to Chico is 6h 30m, covering a distance of 137 miles (221 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Chico route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time 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 recommended mode of travel 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Chico?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Francisco to Chico?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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.

Best price found

11/26

$57

11/27

$51

Today

$57

11/29

$57

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The cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Chico was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $51

To 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 $51 to $315 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 $57 which is on 2025-11-29.