Chico to Gallup: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chico from Gallup?

The distance from Chico to Gallup is 772.2 miles (1242.7 km) as the crow flies. Gallup is located ESE of Chico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 926.6 miles, taking about 18h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 3min. Both are located in United States — Chico in California and Gallup in New Mexico.

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. 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 Gallup. 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.