How much is the bus ticket from Sacramento to Chico?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to Chico start from $21. The average price for this route is around $33. 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 Sacramento to Chico?

The average bus trip duration from Sacramento to Chico is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 81 miles (131 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Sacramento to Chico route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to Chico at 9:45am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Sacramento to Chico generates an estimated 3 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 Sacramento 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 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sacramento 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 has the most timely service from Sacramento to Chico?

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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Chico from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Sacramento to Chico on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:50pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	1h 40m	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	8:30pm	Old Sacramento	2h	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Chico on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	1h 40m	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:45am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	1h 40m	11:25am	Chico Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Old Sacramento	2h	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Chico on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	1h 40m	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:45am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	1h 40m	11:25am	Chico Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Old Sacramento	2h	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Chico on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	1h 40m	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:45am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	1h 40m	11:25am	Chico Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Old Sacramento	2h	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Chico on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	1h 40m	11:25am	Chico Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	8:50pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	1h 40m	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Old Sacramento	2h	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Chico on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	1h 40m	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:45am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	1h 40m	11:25am	Chico Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Old Sacramento	2h	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Chico on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	1h 40m	11:25am	Chico Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	8:50pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	1h 40m	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Old Sacramento	2h	10:30pm	Chico Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:39 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento 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 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

81 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $97	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $40	Average Duration1h 48m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,526 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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,415 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.

Greyhound Sacramento Chico recent customer reviews

Should be able to get baggage claim ticket with purchase of travel ticket.

Catherine S.

January 5, 2020

Amtrak

4/55,625 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sacramento, US to Chico 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 Sacramento to Chico?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to Chico start from $21. The average price for this route is around $33. 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 Sacramento to Chico?
The average bus trip duration from Sacramento to Chico is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 81 miles (131 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Sacramento to Chico route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sacramento to Chico?
The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to Chico at 9:45am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sacramento to Chico?
A bus trip from Sacramento to Chico generates an estimated 3 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 Sacramento 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sacramento 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 has the most timely service from Sacramento to Chico?
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 Sacramento 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

12/03

$28

12/04

$23

Today

$26

12/06

$22

12/07

$24

12/08

$21

12/09

$19

12/10

$19

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Chico was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $19

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

You can expect to pay from $19 to $29 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, US to Chico based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-12-10.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.