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Journey Information
There are 7 intercity buses per day from Los Angeles to Chico. Traveling by bus from Los Angeles to Chico usually takes around 13 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 440 mi (707 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $44.48 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Chico?
Bus tickets for a trip from Los Angeles to Chico cost $52.98 on average. Tickets cheaper than $52.98 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Los Angeles to Chico is expected to be between $54 and $98. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is May 15, 2024, when tickets are available for May 15, 2024. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just $60.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 27 days in advance to save up to $141.27.
What bus companies travel from Los Angeles to Chico?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Los Angeles to Chico that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 6 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 2 | 19h 43m | $140.72 |
| Greyhound | 6 | 12h 49m | $83.63 |
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 2 trips per day from Los Angeles to Chico, 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 6 bus trips from Los Angeles to Chico every day, with the average journey taking around 12 hours and 49 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Chico usually start from $39.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 13 hours and 3 minutes to cover the 440 miles from Los Angeles to Chico. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 45 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 Los Angeles to Chico 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Los Angeles to Chico, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from Los Angeles to Chico 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 Los Angeles to Chico; ticket prices start at $52.00.
City Information
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.
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 bus leave from in Los Angeles?
Main departure station: North Hollywood Bus Station
Buses to Chico leave from 6 stations in Los Angeles.
All bus stations in Los Angeles:
North Hollywood Bus Station
800 N Alameda St
San Fernando Bus Station
592 Gayley Ave
1658 N Orange Drive
Downtown - Vignes Lot
Where does the bus arrive in Chico?
Main arrival station: 450 Orange St
All buses from Los Angeles arrive at one main station in Chico.
All bus stations in Chico:
450 Orange St
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