Pittsburg, California to Reno: Road Trip Guide & Distance

152.3 miles 245.1 km · straight line
190.4 miles estimated 306.4 km · driving distance
3h 50min estimated drive time
$18 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
46° NE bearing direction

How far is Pittsburg, California from Reno?

The distance from Pittsburg, California to Reno is 152.3 miles (245.1 km) as the crow flies. Reno is located NE of Pittsburg, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 190.4 miles, taking about 3h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Pittsburg, California in California and Reno in Nevada.

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 Pittsburg, California and Reno. 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 Pittsburg, California to Reno

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 50min $18 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 36min $15–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 39min $23–$67* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Pittsburg, California & Reno

Quick Facts

Pittsburg, California
38.03°N, 121.88°W
America/Los_Angeles
8m elevation
Reno
39.53°N, 119.81°W
America/Los_Angeles
1373m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 51 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 163.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients