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Portland to Chico Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Portland to Chico?
There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Portland to Chico.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$78.22 | Avg. Price$112.50 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration10h 40m | Duration17h 41m |
Bus from Portland to Chico: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Portland to Chico. Traveling by bus from Portland to Chico usually takes around 10 hours and 43 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 403 mi (648 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $56.98 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Portland to Chico?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Portland to Chico that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 10h 30m | $81.50 |
| Greyhound | 2 | 10h 44m | $72.79 |
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 Portland 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 2 bus trips from Portland to Chico every day, with the average journey taking around 10 hours and 44 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Chico usually start from $57.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Portland to Chico
The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 43 minutes to cover the 403 miles from Portland to Chico. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Portland to Chico, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Portland to Chico every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Portland to Chico without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Portland to Chico; ticket prices start at $72.00.
City Information
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.
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 Portland?
Main departure station: 7411 NW Station Way
Most buses depart from the main station in Portland.
All bus stations in Portland:
7411 NW Station Way
Where does the bus arrive in Chico?
Main arrival station: 450 Orange St
All buses from Portland arrive at one main station in Chico.
All bus stations in Chico:
450 Orange St
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