Chico to Crater Lake: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chico from Crater Lake?

The distance from Chico to Crater Lake is 217.6 miles (350.2 km) as the crow flies. Crater Lake is located N of Chico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 272 miles, taking about 5h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Chico in California and Crater Lake in Oregon.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chico and Crater Lake. 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.