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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Chico | Diridon Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Chico | Diridon Station | No tags | |||||
| Chico | Diridon Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chico to San Jose
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 6 hours 2 minutes, and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chico to San Jose, US 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 Chico to San Jose?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chico to San Jose start from $51. The average price for this route is around $61. 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 Chico to San Jose?
The average bus travel time from Chico to San Jose is 10h, covering a distance of 267 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Chico to San Jose route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chico to San Jose?
The earliest bus departs from Chico to San Jose at 1:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 1:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chico to San Jose?
A bus trip from Chico to San Jose generates an estimated 7 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 Chico to San Jose?
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 Chico to San Jose?
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 Chico to San Jose?
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 Chico to San Jose?
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 Chico to San Jose, US was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $76To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chico to San Jose, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $76 to $88 for a bus ticket from Chico to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $88 which is on 2025-11-28.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chico to San Jose, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
