How far is Woodland, CA from Chico, CA?
The driving distance from Woodland, CA to Chico, CA is about 82.5 miles (132.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.6 miles (116.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Sutter County, California
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Woodland and Chico.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodland and Chico.
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Start on 1st Street
29 m · 8 sec · 1st Street
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Turn right onto Court Street
2209 ft · 1 min · Court Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Street
140 m · 19 sec · East Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
2 mi · 4 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto County Road 102
69 m · 10 sec · County Road 102
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Continue on County Road 102
7.9 mi · 11 min · County Road 102
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Continue straight
17.4 mi · 23 min
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Take the ramp right toward CA 99 North: Yuba City
990 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
51.6 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Skyway
1395 ft · 26 sec
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Turn left onto Skyway Road
1849 ft · 41 sec · Skyway Road
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Continue on East Park Avenue
2365 ft · 49 sec · East Park Avenue
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Turn slight right
46 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight onto Park Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · Park Avenue
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Continue on Main Street
1687 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto East 5th Street
50 m · 7 sec · East 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woodland and Chico.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
CA 99 North
Merge slight left
51.6 mi · 01h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Woodland and Sunny near Chico.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodland to Chico?
The road trip is about 82.5 miles (132.7 km) and usually takes 01h 53m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Tierra Buena is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.3 miles from Woodland and 41.2 miles from Chico.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.6 miles (116.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:44 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.22 one way or $36.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Woodland and Sunny near Chico.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Woodland and Chico. Straight-line distance: 72.63 mi (116.88 km).
#1 Woodland
The most populous city in Yolo County, California.
| Population | 60,446 |
| Coordinates | 38.6785200, -121.7733000 |
| Altitude | 21 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chico
The most populous city in Butte County, California.
| Population | 102,867 |
| Coordinates | 39.7284900, -121.8374800 |
| Altitude | 60 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chico (-121.83748, 39.72849)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 133 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $6.26 | $18.22 | $36.44 |
| Mid-grade | $6.50 | $18.91 | $37.82 |
| Premium | $6.69 | $19.46 | $38.93 |
| Diesel | $8.41 | $24.48 | $48.96 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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