Chico to Pahrump: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chico from Pahrump?

The distance from Chico to Pahrump is 400.8 miles (645.1 km) as the crow flies. Pahrump is located SE of Chico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 481 miles, taking about 9h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Chico in California and Pahrump in Nevada.

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 Pahrump. 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.