Chico to Turlock: Road Trip Guide & Distance

163.4 miles 262.9 km · straight line
204.2 miles estimated 328.6 km · driving distance
4h 6min estimated drive time
$20 - $24 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
161° SSE bearing direction

How far is Chico from Turlock?

The distance from Chico to Turlock is 163.4 miles (262.9 km) as the crow flies. Turlock is located SSE of Chico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 204.2 miles, taking about 4h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. 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. 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 Turlock. 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 Turlock

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 6min $20 - $24 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 55min $16–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 54min $25–$71* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chico & Turlock

Quick Facts

Chico
39.73°N, 121.84°W
America/Los_Angeles
60m elevation
Turlock
37.49°N, 120.85°W
America/Los_Angeles
31m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 54 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 152.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients