How far is Bakersfield from Chico?

The distance between the two cities is 341 miles (549 km).

Bus Bakersfield to Chico from $59 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Bakersfield to Chico on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	1:40pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	8h 55m	10:35pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	1:40pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	8h 55m	10:35pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	1:40pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	8h 55m	10:35pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	1:40pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	8h 50m	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	1:40pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	8h 50m	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Bakersfield to Chico

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chico. The journey takes about 9 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

9h 5mAverage Duration

344 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$59 - $194	Average Duration9h 5m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$87 - $103	Average Duration11h 25m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,391 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

3.5/511,411 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.