Caldwell to Truckee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Caldwell from Truckee?

The distance from Caldwell to Truckee is 349.8 miles (563 km) as the crow flies. Truckee is located SSW of Caldwell. By car, the driving distance is approximately 419.8 miles, taking about 8h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Caldwell in Idaho and Truckee in California.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Caldwell and Truckee. 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.