Chico to Redding: Road Trip Guide & Distance

66.1 miles 106.4 km · straight line
82.6 miles estimated 133 km · driving distance
1h 40min estimated drive time
$8 - $10 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
334° NNW bearing direction

How far is Chico from Redding?

The distance from Chico to Redding is 66.1 miles (106.4 km) as the crow flies. Redding is located NNW of Chico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 82.6 miles, taking about 1h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Redding. 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.

How to Get from Chico to Redding

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 40min $8 - $10 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 0min $7–$12* Budget
Train ~1h 35min $10–$29* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chico & Redding

Quick Facts

Chico
39.73°N, 121.84°W
America/Los_Angeles
60m elevation
Redding
40.59°N, 122.39°W
America/Los_Angeles
172m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 22 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 376.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients