How much is the bus ticket from Reno to Chico?

The cheapest bus tickets from Reno to Chico start at R 927. The average price for this route is around R 1 221. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Reno to Chico?

The average bus journey time from Reno to Chico is 4h 50m, covering a distance of 176 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 50m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Reno to Chico route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Reno to Chico at 06:15. And the latest bus departs at 06:35.

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

A bus trip from Reno to Chico produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Reno 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 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Reno 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 offers the most punctual service from Reno to Chico?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Reno 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 Reno to Chico from R 1 141 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Reno to Chico on 12 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:30	Reno Station	11h 7m	01:37	Chico	Cheapest
06:35	Reno	4h 50m	11:25	Chico Bus Station	Fastest
14:30	Reno Station	11h 7m	01:37	Chico	No tags
06:15	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	5h 10m	11:25	Chico Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:04 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Reno to Chico

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chico. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 927, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

4h 50mAverage duration

176 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 927 - R 2 473	Average duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 452 - R 16 541	Average duration16h 13m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 427 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Reno to Chico by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Reno to Chico?
The cheapest bus tickets from Reno to Chico start at R 927. The average price for this route is around R 1 221. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Reno to Chico?
The average bus journey time from Reno to Chico is 4h 50m, covering a distance of 176 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Reno to Chico route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Reno to Chico?
The earliest bus departs from Reno to Chico at 06:15. And the latest bus departs at 06:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Reno to Chico?
A bus trip from Reno to Chico produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Reno 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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Reno 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 offers the most punctual service from Reno to Chico?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Reno 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

09/12

R 1 192

10/12

R 1 141

Today

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12/12

R 1 183

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The cheapest trip from Reno to Chico was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 141

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Reno to Chico as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 141 to R 8 724 for a bus ticket from Reno to Chico based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 183, which is on 2025-12-12.