Chico to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

797.6 miles 1283.6 km · straight line
955.1 miles actual route 1537.1 km · driving distance
17h 23min estimated drive time
$92 - $113 estimated fuel cost
~2h 6min flight time
127° SE bearing direction

How far is Chico from Tucson?

The distance from Chico to Tucson is 797.6 miles (1283.6 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located SE of Chico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 955.1 miles, taking about 17h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 6min. Both are located in United States — Chico in California and Tucson in Arizona.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chico and Tucson. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 23min $92 - $113 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 52min $76–$143* Budget
Train ~22h 36min $115–$334* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Chico & Tucson

Quick Facts

Chico
39.73°N, 121.84°W
America/Los_Angeles
60m elevation
Tucson
32.22°N, 110.97°W
America/Phoenix
728m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 266 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 66 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 31.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM