Chico to Lacey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chico from Lacey?

The distance from Chico to Lacey is 507.2 miles (816.2 km) as the crow flies. Lacey is located N of Chico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 608.6 miles, taking about 12h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Both are located in United States — Chico in California and Lacey in Washington.

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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chico and Lacey. 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.