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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Topeka to Chico. Traveling by bus from Topeka to Chico usually takes around 48 hours and 55 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 46 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 1392 mi (2240 km) |
| Shortest duration | 46h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $299.71 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Topeka to Chico?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Topeka to Chico. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 2d 0h 55m | $363.02 |
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 Topeka to Chico every day, with the average journey taking around 48 hours and 55 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Chico usually start from $300.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 48 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 1392 miles from Topeka to Chico. However, the fastest bus only takes 46 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.
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, 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 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 12:00am. To see the times for all buses from Topeka to Chico, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Topeka to Chico. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Topeka to Chico; ticket prices start at $511.00.
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Topeka?
Main departure station: Bp To Go
Most buses depart from the main station in Topeka.
All bus stations in Topeka:
Bp To Go
Where does the bus arrive in Chico?
Main arrival station: 450 Orange St
All buses from Topeka arrive at one main station in Chico.
All bus stations in Chico:
450 Orange St
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