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There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Chico to Portland.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$81.98 | Avg. Price$77.75 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration10h 30m | Duration14h 3m |
Bus from Chico to Portland: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Chico to Portland. Traveling by bus from Chico to Portland usually takes around 9 hours and 46 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 9 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 403 mi (648 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $70.98 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Price trends for buses from Chico to Portland
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What bus companies travel from Chico to Portland?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Chico to Portland. FlixBus US 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 9h 47m | $107.98 |
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 1 trips per day from Chico to Portland, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Chico to Portland
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 46 minutes to cover the 403 miles from Chico to Portland. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours and 30 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.
Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Portland. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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 bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Chico to Portland. It leaves the station in Chico at 10:00pm 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 bus per day from Chico to Portland. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Chico to Portland; ticket prices start at $68.00.
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.
Portland
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Portland is the largest city in Oregon and accordingly one of the state's best vacation destinations. Also known as the City of Roses, this city along the Willamette River wows visitors with its diverse street food, quirky counterculture, and sprawling bookstores such as the world-famous Powell's Books.
Portland is the 5th best city in the United States for outdoor activities, thanks in part to open-air grounds like the expansive Forest Park. Gardens are also excellent outdoor date locales for couples on a romantic getaway: stop and smell the roses at either the International Rose Test Garden or the Portland Japanese Garden.
Once you've gotten hungry from a long day wandering outside, nearly every block downtown has a plethora of food trucks waiting to tickle your taste buds. Or, kick back at one of the many breweries in the #3 best city for craft beer in the United States. Unique locations like McMenamin's brewpubs in renovated cinemas or historic hotels do their part to "keep Portland weird."
As the biggest city in Oregon, Portland is a hub for travel throughout the Pacific Northwest. Amtrak train service and various bus services operate primarily out of Union Station, conveniently-located downtown, and nearby Portland International Airport makes it easy to travel to Portland from near and far.
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 Portland?
Main arrival station: 7411 NW Station Way
All buses from Chico arrive at one main station in Portland.
All bus stations in Portland:
7411 NW Station Way
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