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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Santa Barbara (University of California), CA | Chico Bus Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Train Station | Chico | Fastest | |||||
| Train Station | Chico | No tags | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | Chico | No tags | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | Chico | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Chico
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chico. The journey takes about 20 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Santa Barbara to Chico
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Chico?
The cheapest coach tickets from Santa Barbara to Chico start from £104. The average price for this route is around £134. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Santa Barbara to Chico?
The average bus journey time from Santa Barbara to Chico is 20h 40m, covering a distance of 383 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 13h 22m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Chico route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Barbara to Chico?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Chico at 14:45. And the latest bus departs at 18:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Chico?
A bus journey from Santa Barbara to Chico produces an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Santa Barbara 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 5696 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Barbara to Chico?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Chico was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of £59To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Chico as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £59 to £413 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Chico based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £94, which is on 2026-01-16.
What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to Chico?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
