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

The cheapest bus tickets from Chico to San Diego start from $103. The average price for this route is around $165. 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 Diego?

The average bus trip duration from Chico to San Diego is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 546 miles (880 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Chico to San Diego route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chico to San Diego at 6:25am. And the latest bus departs at 1:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Chico to San Diego generates an estimated 22 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 Chico to San Diego?

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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chico to San Diego?

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 Chico to San Diego?

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 Chico to San Diego?

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 Chico to San Diego from $103 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Chico to San Diego on January 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:35pm	Chico	14h	5:35am	Santa Fe Depot	CheapestFastest
	8:25am	Chico	14h 39m	11:04pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	1:00pm	Chico Bus Station	1d 3h	4:25pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	8:25am	Chico	14h 39m	11:04pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	1:00pm	Chico Bus Station	1d 2h	3:55pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags

Next departures for Chico to San Diego on January 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:35pm	Chico	14h	5:35am	Santa Fe Depot	CheapestFastest
	8:25am	Chico	14h 39m	11:04pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	1:00pm	Chico Bus Station	1d 3h	4:25pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	8:25am	Chico	14h 39m	11:04pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	1:00pm	Chico Bus Station	1d 2h	3:55pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags

Next departures for Chico to San Diego on January 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:35pm	Chico	14h	5:35am	Santa Fe Depot	CheapestFastest
	8:25am	Chico	14h 39m	11:04pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	1:00pm	Chico Bus Station	1d 3h	4:25pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	8:25am	Chico	14h 39m	11:04pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	1:00pm	Chico Bus Station	1d 2h	3:55pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags

Next departures for Chico to San Diego on January 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:25am	Chico Bus Station	17h 25m	11:50pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	Cheapest
	3:35pm	Chico	14h	5:35am	Santa Fe Depot	Fastest
	8:25am	Chico	14h 39m	11:04pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	1:00pm	Chico Bus Station	1d 3h	4:25pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	8:25am	Chico	14h 39m	11:04pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures for Chico to San Diego on January 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	1:00pm	Chico Bus Station	1d 3h	4:25pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	Cheapest
	3:35pm	Chico	14h	5:35am	Santa Fe Depot	Fastest
	8:25am	Chico	14h 39m	11:04pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	1:00pm	Chico Bus Station	1d 2h	3:55pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
	8:25am	Chico	14h 39m	11:04pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chico to San Diego

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 20 hours 52 minutes and with fares starting at just $123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

20h 52mAverage Duration

546 milesDistance

80kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$103 - $333	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$123 - $1,197	Average Duration20h 52m	CO₂ emissions 80kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,709 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,485 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

3.5/511,945 reviews

Staff4.1

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, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chico to San Diego, CA, 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 Diego?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chico to San Diego start from $103. The average price for this route is around $165. 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 Diego?
The average bus trip duration from Chico to San Diego is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 546 miles (880 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Chico to San Diego route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chico to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from Chico to San Diego at 6:25am. And the latest bus departs at 1:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chico to San Diego?
A bus trip from Chico to San Diego generates an estimated 22 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 Chico to San Diego?
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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chico to San Diego?
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 Chico to San Diego?
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 Chico to San Diego?
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.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01/04

$103

01/05

$103

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$103

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$103

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$103

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$103

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$103

The cheapest trip from Chico to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Jan 4, 2026 with a price of $103

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

You can expect to pay from $103 to $161 for a bus ticket from Chico to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $103 which is on 2026-01-07.