Cities Near Chico
Cities near Chico, California: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Yuba City, Redding, Rocklin. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Chico, California is Yuba City, about 42 mi (68 km) away — roughly 1 hr 16 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuba City | 42 mi / 68 km | 1 hr 16 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Redding | 66 mi / 106 km | 1 hr 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Rocklin | 72 mi / 116 km | 1 hr 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Woodland | 73 mi / 117 km | 1 hr 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Folsom | 81 mi / 130 km | 1 hr 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| West Sacramento | 81 mi / 130 km | 1 hr 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Carmichael | 81 mi / 131 km | 1 hr 54 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Davis | 82 mi / 132 km | 1 hr 54 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Elk Grove | 95 mi / 152 km | 2 hr 12 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Vacaville | 95 mi / 153 km | 2 hr 13 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Chico
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Yuba City, Redding, Rocklin, Woodland, Folsom. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Chico include Yuba City, Redding, Rocklin, Woodland, Folsom. The closest is Yuba City, about 42 miles (68 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.