Chico to Olympia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chico from Olympia?

The distance from Chico to Olympia is 508.3 miles (818.1 km) as the crow flies. Olympia is located N of Chico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 610 miles, taking about 12h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Both are located in United States — Chico in California and Olympia 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 Olympia. 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.