Chico to Edmonton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chico from Edmonton?

The distance from Chico to Edmonton is 1031.8 miles (1660.6 km) as the crow flies. Edmonton is located NNE of Chico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1238.2 miles, taking about 24h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 35min. Chico is in California, United States, while Edmonton is in Alberta, Canada.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Chico and Edmonton. 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.