What is the cheapest way to get from Chico to Castro Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Castro Valley is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 3h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chico to Castro Valley?

The fastest way to get from Chico to Castro Valley is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and Castro Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico station to Castro Valley. However, there are services departing from Chico Bus Station and arriving at Oakland via Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Chico and Castro Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Chico to Castro Valley. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at Castro Valley via Lake Merritt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Chico to Castro Valley?

The distance between Chico and Castro Valley is 182 miles. The road distance is 167.7 miles.

How do I travel from Chico to Castro Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Chico to Castro Valley without a car is to bus which takes 4h 57m and costs $30 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Chico to Castro Valley?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Chico to Castro Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Castro Valley bus from?

Chico to Castro Valley bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chico Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chico to Castro Valley train from?

Chico to Castro Valley train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chico Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Chico to Castro Valley?

The best way to get from Chico to Castro Valley is to bus which takes 4h 57m and costs $30 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $95 - $160 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Chico to Castro Valley bus arrive?

Chico to Castro Valley bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Chico to Castro Valley train arrive?

Chico to Castro Valley train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.

Can I drive from Chico to Castro Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Castro Valley is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Chico to Castro Valley.

Where can I stay near Castro Valley?

There are 314+ hotels available in Castro Valley.

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There are 3 ways to get from Chico to Castro Valley by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Chico Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0500
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Oaklandbus Greyhound US0870
4h 57m
$33–50
Drive 166.8 mi
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1. Drive from Chico to Castro Valleycar 166.8 mi
3h 12m
$28–40
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
5h 25m
$99–152

Chico to Castro Valley by bus and subway (Greyhound)

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4h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 181.4 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Chico, CA, USA and Castro Valley, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Chico Bus Station to Castro Valley via Sacramento Bus Station, Oakland, and West Oakland in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chico Amtrak to Oakland once daily. Tickets cost $95–150 and the journey takes 4h 42m.

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