Driving from San Diego to Chico
Chico lies 885 km (550 mi) north-west of San Diego, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 12 h without stops, over roughly 1,080 km (671 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| San Diego | Chico | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 1.4 million | 121,345 |
| Elevation | 20 m (66 ft) | 64 m (210 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Postal codes | 92101–92199 | 95926–95976 |
Where to book car hire from San Diego to Chico
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Staying in Chico
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Common questions
How far is Chico from San Diego?
885 km (550 mi) in a straight line, north-west of San Diego; by road roughly 1,080 km (671 mi).
How long does it take to get from San Diego to Chico by car?
About 12 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between San Diego and Chico?
No, both are on America/Los_Angeles at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.