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Chico to Los Angeles Bus Schedule

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

There are usually 16 daily train trips available from Chico to Los Angeles.

Bus
Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
CZK 1,818.40
Avg. Price
CZK 2,657.29
Daily Trips
Daily Trips
5
Daily Trips
16
Duration
Duration
12h 46m
Duration
14h 58m

Bus from Chico to Los Angeles: Journey Information

There are 6 intercity buses per day from Chico to Los Angeles. Traveling by bus from Chico to Los Angeles usually takes around 12 hours and 19 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 9 hours and 50 minutes.

Distance440 mi (707 km)
Shortest duration9h 50m
Cheapest priceCZK 997.32
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
Bus lines2

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How much is a bus ticket from Chico to Los Angeles?

Bus tickets for a trip from Chico to Los Angeles cost CZK 1,485.67 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.

Average bus ticket prices from Chico to Los Angeles by travel date

CZK 2,254CZK 1,503CZK 751JunJun

Bus tickets from Chico to Los Angeles are expected to cost between CZK 1,288 and CZK 2,018 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Los Angeles within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from CZK 1,374. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.

Monthly avg. prices

CZK 2,683CZK 2,147CZK 1,610CZK 1,073CZK 537JASONDJFMAMJ
Taking the bus from Chico to Los Angeles is usually cheapest in May, when the average ticket price is only CZK 1,202. If you're planning to take the bus from Chico to Los Angeles during August, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of CZK 2,254. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

CZK 3,220CZK 2,576CZK 1,932CZK 1,288CZK 6443020100

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 25 days in advance. This way, you can save up to CZK 1,759.79 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What bus companies travel from Chico to Los Angeles?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Chico to Los Angeles that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US314h 34mCZK 2,397.12
Greyhound412h 10mCZK 1,825.05
  • 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 3 trips per day from Chico to Los Angeles, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 4 bus trips from Chico to Los Angeles every day, with the average journey taking around 12 hours and 10 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Los Angeles usually start from CZK 965.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Chico to Los Angeles

The bus takes an average of 12 hours and 19 minutes to cover the 440 miles from Chico to Los Angeles. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours and 50 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.

Because many passengers travel from Chico to Los Angeles at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Chico to Los Angeles, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 6 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 CZK 1,652.89.

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: 800 N Alameda St

Buses arrive in Los Angeles at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

All bus stations in Los Angeles:

  • 800 N Alameda St

  • San Fernando Bus Station

  • North Hollywood Bus Station

  • 592 Gayley Ave

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