Albuquerque to Chico: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albuquerque from Chico?

The distance from Albuquerque to Chico is 891.7 miles (1435.1 km) as the crow flies. Chico is located WNW of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1176.2 miles, taking about 20h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 18min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Chico in California.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albuquerque and Chico. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.