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Trip to San Luis Obispo

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Buses from Chico to San Luis Obispo

🚌 Starting from Chico you'll first hop on a bus service operated by Amtrak departing from Chico Amtrak. 🌳 The journey to San Luis Obispo involves transfers in Stockton and San Jose, making the total travel time approximately 10 hours and 39 minutes. 🌞 Upon arrival, you'll reach the San Luis Obispo station, ready to explore the beautiful city. 🚏 While there isn't a direct bus route from Chico to San Luis Obispo, the scenic journey allows you to witness different landscapes along the way. 🌆 Enjoy the views as you travel through various towns and cities, immersing yourself in the California scenery. 🏞️ Embrace the adventure of bus travel and take in the sights during your 10-hour trip to San Luis Obispo.

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  • No, there is no direct bus between Chico and San Luis Obispo. You would need to take a bus from Chico Amtrak to Stockton, then transfer to another bus to San Jose, and finally catch a bus to San Luis Obispo. The total travel time, including transfers, is approximately 10 hours and 39 minutes. It's recommended to check the bus schedules and plan your journey accordingly.
  • You can catch the bus from Chico to San Luis Obispo at the Chico Amtrak station. The bus services for this route are operated by Amtrak. It's important to arrive at the Chico Amtrak station ahead of the scheduled departure time to ensure a smooth boarding process. Be sure to have your tickets and any necessary documents ready before boarding the bus.
  • The bus traveling from Chico to San Luis Obispo arrives at the San Luis Obispo station. This is where you will disembark from the bus and complete your journey. Once you arrive at the San Luis Obispo station, you can explore the city or make any further connections to your final destination if needed. Remember to gather all your belongings before exiting the bus at the designated stop.
  • There are multiple buses involved in the journey from Chico to San Luis Obispo but there is no direct bus service between the two cities. Passengers departing from Chico will need to transfer at Stockton and San Jose before reaching San Luis Obispo. The entire trip, which includes these transfers, typically takes about 10 hours and 39 minutes. Both the departure from Chico and the arrival in San Luis Obispo are operated by Amtrak.
  • The buses from Chico to San Luis Obispo may be less crowded during weekdays and outside of peak travel times. Early morning or late evening buses could potentially be less crowded compared to midday departures. However, it's advisable to check for specific schedules and booking availability as bus occupancy can vary based on the day of the week and seasonal factors.
  • The first bus of the day to travel from Chico to San Luis Obispo typically departs from Chico Amtrak station in the early morning. The last bus of the day on this route usually leaves Chico in the late afternoon or early evening. It's recommended to check the specific schedules and availability with Amtrak for accurate departure times and to plan your journey accordingly.

Will you be returning to Chico by bus?

If you are looking for a return bus ride, check the buses from San Luis Obispo to Chico.

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Trips to San Luis Obispo