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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Chico start from $42. The average price for this route is around $65. 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 Jose to Chico?

The average bus trip duration from San Jose to Chico is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 166 miles (267 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Jose to Chico route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Chico?

The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Chico at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 5:35am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Chico?

A bus trip from San Jose to Chico generates an estimated 7 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 Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose to Chico from $47 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Jose to Chico on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		4:30am	Diridon Station	7h 25m	11:55am	Chico	Cheapest
		5:35am	Diridon Station	5h 50m	11:25am	Chico Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures for San Jose to Chico on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		4:30am	Diridon Station	7h 25m	11:55am	Chico	Cheapest
		5:35am	Diridon Station	5h 50m	11:25am	Chico Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures for San Jose to Chico on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		4:30am	Diridon Station	7h 25m	11:55am	Chico	Cheapest
		5:35am	Diridon Station	5h 50m	11:25am	Chico Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures for San Jose to Chico on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		4:30am	Diridon Station	7h 25m	11:55am	Chico	Cheapest
		5:35am	Diridon Station	5h 50m	11:25am	Chico Bus Station	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 3:41 AM 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 the good way to reach Chico. The journey takes about 5 hours 39 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

5h 39mAverage Duration

166 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $119	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$38 - $82	Average Duration5h 39m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 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.

Amtrak

4/55,615 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,477 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 Jose, 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 Jose to Chico?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Chico start from $42. The average price for this route is around $65. 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 Jose to Chico?
The average bus trip duration from San Jose to Chico is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 166 miles (267 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to Chico route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Chico?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Chico at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 5:35am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Chico?
A bus trip from San Jose to Chico generates an estimated 7 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 Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose 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

11/28

$83

11/29

$59

Today

$123

12/01

$53

12/02

$53

12/03

$53

12/04

No data

12/05

No data

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Chico was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $53

To 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 $53 to $123 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 $53 which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually Greyhound 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.