Chico to Ridgecrest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chico from Ridgecrest?

The distance from Chico to Ridgecrest is 363.8 miles (585.4 km) as the crow flies. Ridgecrest is located SE of Chico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 436.5 miles, taking about 8h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States.

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 Ridgecrest. 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.