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Today31 Aug
Tomorrow1 Sept
from US$79
Tue2 Sept
from US$79
Wed3 Sept
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Thu4 Sept
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Fri5 Sept
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Sat6 Sept
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Sun7 Sept

Next departures to Chico

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: UC Santa Barbara
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Chico
    Destination location: Chico
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Chico
    Destination location: Chico
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara Station
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Chico
    Destination location: Chico Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Chico
    Destination location: Chico
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: UC Santa Barbara
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Chico
    Destination location: Chico
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Chico

Bus
Average priceUS$103 - US$146Average duration16h 40m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$85 - US$176Average duration13h 16m
56kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Santa Barbara to Chico

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chico. The journey takes about 16 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
16h 40mAverage duration
US$103Cheapest ticket
16kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santa Barbara to Chico: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$116
Average bus trip duration16h 40m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure14:45
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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/08
US$75
30/08
US$76
Today
US$75
01/09
US$75
02/09
US$75
03/09
US$75
04/09
US$75
05/09
US$75
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Chico was searched and found on 29 Aug 2025 with a price of US$75

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$75 to US$825 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$75, which is on 2025-09-01.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to Chico?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Santa Barbara by bus?

Bus from Chico to Santa Barbara

You can also go to Chico by train

Train from Santa Barbara to Chico

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