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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Chico to Los Angeles?
There are usually 15 daily train trips available from Chico to Los Angeles.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$73.14 | Avg. Price$91.91 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips15 |
Duration | Duration14h 16m | Duration14h 53m |
Bus from Chico to Los Angeles: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Chico to Los Angeles. Traveling by bus from Chico to Los Angeles usually takes around 14 hours and 44 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 13 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 440 mi (707 km) |
| Shortest duration | 13h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $47.97 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Chico to Los Angeles?
Bus tickets for a trip from Chico to Los Angeles cost $67.15 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this 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 14 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $72.32 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Chico to Los Angeles?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Chico to Los Angeles. FlixBus US connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 5 | 14h 45m | $117.81 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 5 trips per day from Chico to Los Angeles, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Chico to Los Angeles
The bus takes an average of 14 hours and 44 minutes to cover the 440 miles from Chico to Los Angeles. However, the fastest bus only takes 13 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus 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 buses 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00am. To see the times for all buses from Chico to Los Angeles, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Chico to Los Angeles every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Chico to Los Angeles; ticket prices start at $58.00.
City Information
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.
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.
The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.
With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Chico?
Main departure station: 450 Orange St
Most buses depart from the main station in Chico.
All bus stations in Chico:
450 Orange St
Where does the bus arrive in Los Angeles?
Main arrival station: North Hollywood Bus Station
Buses arrive in Los Angeles at 6 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Los Angeles:
North Hollywood Bus Station
San Fernando Bus Station
800 N Alameda St
592 Gayley Ave
Downtown - Vignes Lot
USC - 3492 S Hope St
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