The journey from Chino Hills to Santa Rosa is approximately 450 miles. You will typically take the I-5 North through the Central Valley. This is a very popular route, and traffic can be heavy, especially near the major cities. It is a long but manageable drive that connects the Inland Empire to the North Bay.
Total Distance: 720 km driving distance; 650 km straight-line air distance.
The I-5 is a major artery; plan accordingly.
Mid-week to avoid the heavy weekend traffic on the I-5.