Cheap coach tickets from Sacramento to Chico

Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.

Single
Return

Find cheap hotels

Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:

Lowest Prices

We partner with the top coach & train carriers to bring you the best deals.

Best Travel Options

We help you find & compare the best buses & trains in one place.

Quick & Easy Booking

Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.

Fast Customer Support

We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.

See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:

Sacramento to Chico Coach Timetable

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Sacramento to Chico?

There are usually 1 daily train trips from Sacramento to Chico.

	Coach	Train
Avg. Price	Avg. Price £17.47	Avg. Price £23.37
Daily Trips	Daily Trips 1	Daily Trips 1
Duration	Duration 1h 48m	Duration 1h 48m

Coach from Sacramento to Chico: Journey Information

There is one daily coach from Sacramento to Chico. Traveling by coach from Sacramento to Chico usually takes around one hour and 49 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in just one hour and 45 minutes.

	Distance	81 mi (131 km)
	Shortest duration	1h 45m
	Cheapest price	£14.38
	Trips per day	1
	Most frequent service	Greyhound
	Coach lines	1

Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for coaches from Sacramento to Chico

(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)

5.0

Jhon

28 October 2025- Business

Greyhound

Pros: The overall service quality on this trip was quite commendable. The vehicle was clean, and the driver conducted himself in a friendly and professional manner throughout the journey. However, I must note that the bus experienced a significant delay upon arrival, resulting in a considerable inconvenience to my travel schedule. While the onboard experience was excellent, I would appreciate a more accurate and timely service in the future, as punctuality is crucial for dependable travel planning. Cons: I would appreciate a more accurate and timely service in the future, especially if delays could be communicated at least two hours in advance. Tips: Book your travel as early as possible.

How much is a coach ticket from Sacramento to Chico?

Bus tickets for a trip from Sacramento to Chico cost £14.38 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Sacramento to Chico by month

Taking the bus from Sacramento to Chico is usually cheapest in February, when the average ticket price is only £22. If you're planning to take the bus from Sacramento to Chico during September, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £31. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 13 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £8.33 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Sacramento to Chico?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Sacramento to Chico. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.

Coach	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Greyhound	1	1h 50m	£32.51

Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from Sacramento to Chico every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 50 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Chico usually start from £14.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Sacramento to Chico

The coach takes an average of one hour and 49 minutes to cover the 81 miles from Sacramento to Chico. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 45 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week.

There is usually only one coach per day from Sacramento to Chico. It leaves the station in Sacramento at 19:00 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.

There is usually only one coach per day from Sacramento to Chico. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct coach, meaning that you do not have to get on a different coach at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Sacramento to Chico; ticket prices start at £22.89.

City Information

Sacramento

As the long-held capital city of California, Sacramento has a rich and vibrant history that is reflected in its historic buildings and quarters. The Old Sacramento Waterfront quarter is the best place to explore the city’s rich heritage. Boasting ages-old constructions and a quaint vibe that is reminiscent of the Wild West, the area allows visitors to travel back in time and relive the Gold Rush era. Among the most interesting destinations in the area is the California State Museum, located at the northern edge of the quarter. It offers numerous restored locomotives as well as exhibitions on the United States’ westward expansion. If history is not really your thing, then the Midtown quarter, which boasts a vibrant and expanding art scene, will be a great alternative.

Sacramento is famous for its vast tracts of farmland, so it makes sense that the best dishes are the ones made from locally-grown produce. Among the best places to try out homemade dishes are The Firehouse and The Kitchen. For a bit of an Asian taste, visit Mikuni in Midtown Sacramento.

The busiest bus station in Sacramento is located right in the heart of the city and offers bus service to Portland, Reno, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, among many other places. The main Amtrak train station is the nearby Sacramento Valley Station, which also serves the Gold Line of the local transit light rail. The principal regional airport is the Sacramento International Airport, located 10 miles northwest of Downtown.

Chico

Chico is the largest city in California north of Sacramento, as well as the cultural and economic heart of the northern Sacramento Valley. In addition, the city is a college town, home to California State University.

Chico is a California city famed for its world-famous golf course, wooded paths popular with hikers and environmental enthusiasts, and the massive Bidwell Park. If you're visiting Chico, you can't miss Bidwell Park, which spans 2500 acres of natural beauty.

Chico has the most fantastic steakhouse at the 5th Street Steakhouse. The highly recommended Unwined Kitchen & Bar is only two blocks away, serving the best bar food and drinks. There is no shortage of nightlife in Chico, the best cocktail bar (Duffy's Tavern) is only 100m away from central Chico, and if you are craving a club, The Beach Nightclub is the best option.

Amtrak has one of the major train stations in Chico, with service to Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Sacramento, Seattle, and more. For buses, Jefferson Lines offers routes from cities like Seattle, Phoenix, Sacramento to Chico.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Sacramento?

Main departure station: 420 Richards Blvd

Most coaches depart from the main station in Sacramento.

All coach stations in Sacramento:

420 Richards Blvd

Where does the coach arrive in Chico?

Main arrival station: 450 Orange St

All coaches from Sacramento arrive at one main station in Chico.

Coach stations in Chico:

450 Orange St

Get around town with Moovit

Download Moovit to see all of your local transit options in Chico. Download here

Need a return trip from Chico to Sacramento?

Search Coach Tickets

Wanderu is the simplest way to book coach and train travel.

With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.