Find coaches from Santa Barbara to Chico

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Next departures from Santa Barbara to Chico on 22 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Train Station
ChicoCheapest
Amtrak
UC Santa Barbara
ChicoFastest
Amtrak
Train Station
ChicoNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara Station
Chico Bus StationNo tags
Amtrak
Train Station
ChicoNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Chico

Bus
Average priceUS$103 - US$273Average duration20h 40m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$75 - US$123Average duration13h 16m
56kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Santa Barbara to Chico

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chico. The journey takes about 13 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just US$75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
13h 16mAverage duration
US$75Cheapest ticket
56kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santa Barbara to Chico: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$124
Average bus trip duration20h 40m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure13:40
Distance386 miles
Latest bus departure18:45

Santa Barbara to Chico Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Santa Barbara to Chico. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Santa Barbara to Chico from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Chico from Santa Barbara, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - Chico

  1. What's the distance between Santa Barbara and Chico by coach?

    The journey from Santa Barbara to Chico by coach covers an approximate distance of 385 miles (621 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Santa Barbara to Chico without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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18/10
US$76
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US$76
21/10
US$76
22/10
US$76
23/10
US$48
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Chico was searched and found on 23 Oct 2025 with a price of US$48

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Chico as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$48 to US$754 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Chico based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$48, which is on 2025-10-23.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Santa Barbara and Chico!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Santa Barbara to Chico, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Santa Barbara to Chico.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Santa Barbara to Chico while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Will you be returning to Santa Barbara by bus?

Bus from Chico to Santa Barbara

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Train from Santa Barbara to Chico

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