Benicia to Chico: Road Trip Guide & Distance

117.3 miles 188.8 km · straight line
146.6 miles estimated 236 km · driving distance
2h 57min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
N bearing direction

How far is Benicia from Chico?

The distance from Benicia to Chico is 117.3 miles (188.8 km) as the crow flies. Chico is located N of Benicia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 146.6 miles, taking about 2h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Benicia and Chico. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Benicia to Chico

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 57min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 32min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 48min $18–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Benicia & Chico

Quick Facts

Benicia
38.05°N, 122.16°W
America/Los_Angeles
8m elevation
Chico
39.73°N, 121.84°W
America/Los_Angeles
60m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 212.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients