Chico to Reedley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

252.3 miles 406 km · straight line
315.3 miles estimated 507.5 km · driving distance
6h 21min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
148° SSE bearing direction

How far is Chico from Reedley?

The distance from Chico to Reedley is 252.3 miles (406 km) as the crow flies. Reedley is located SSE of Chico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 315.3 miles, taking about 6h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. 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. 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 Reedley. 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 Reedley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 21min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 37min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~6h 2min $38–$110* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chico & Reedley

Quick Facts

Chico
39.73°N, 121.84°W
America/Los_Angeles
60m elevation
Reedley
36.60°N, 119.45°W
America/Los_Angeles
106m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients