Chico to Oakland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chico from Oakland?

The distance from Chico to Oakland is 135 miles (217.2 km) as the crow flies. Oakland is located S of Chico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 156 miles, taking about 3h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chico and Oakland. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.