Chico to Nampa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chico from Nampa?

The distance from Chico to Nampa is 378.7 miles (609.5 km) as the crow flies. Nampa is located NE of Chico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 454.5 miles, taking about 9h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Chico in California and Nampa in Idaho.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

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