Chico to Palo Alto: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chico from Palo Alto?

The distance from Chico to Palo Alto is 158.8 miles (255.6 km) as the crow flies. Palo Alto is located S of Chico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 198.5 miles, taking about 4h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. 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 Palo Alto. 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.