Directions & Parking
Directions
From Sacramento - I5 / Highway 99 North To Chico
From I5, take Highway 99 North to Chico. Exit Highway 99 at Highway 32 turning left onto East 8th Street to and through downtown Chico. Continue west to Chestnut Street. Turn right on Chestnut Street and continue north for six blocks to West 2nd Street and the university.
From the Bay Area - I505 and I5 from the West to Chico
From I5, turn east on Hwy. 32 in Orland, stay on Hwy. 32 into Chico to West 2nd Street. Turn left on West 2nd Street and continue to the University.
From Redding/Red Bluff - Highway 99 South to Chico
From I5, take Hwy 99 south to Chico: Exit Hwy. 99 at Hwy. 32 turning right onto East 8th Street. For the downtown turn right on Main Street. For symposium, continue west to Chestnut Street. Turn right on Chestnut Street and continue north for six blocks to West 2nd Street and the University.
Parking
Parking is available for $5.00 at either of the two parking garages along 2nd Street (see the CSUC Parking Map). After parking, scan the QR code on the campus parking map, enter the current date only then click the buy button. You will need to purchase a permit each day you park. Enter your name, payment, and vehicle license plate number. Click purchase to complete. If you do not have the QR code with you or are having problems, you can park and staff at the registration table will help you access the QR code. You need to have your vehicle license plate number with you.
You may also use any of the street parking south of campus (both free and metered). Regular school session is out during the Symposium, so street parking may be available.
Transportation
Airlines
The Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the closest major airport. It is 90 miles south of Chico and is served by most major carriers. You can rent a car at the Sacramento Airport.
Train / Bus Service
AMTRAK and Greyhound Bus also have regular service into downtown Chico, although hours are limited.
The AMTRAK train depot is located at W. 5th and Orange Streets, telephone: 895-8000 or 800-872-7246. The train leaves twice daily at 3:06 a.m. southbound and 1:42 a.m. northbound. The San Joaquin is a combination train and bus ride that leaves Chico three times daily, all southbound at 9:25 a.m., 11:55 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. This service terminates in downtown Los Angeles. Contact your local travel agencies for details or www.amtrak.com.
The Greyhound bus depot is located at W. 5th & Orange Streets. Call them for the schedule and current fares at 530-343-8266 or 1-800-231-2222 or visit www.greyhound.com.