How far is Cantua Creek, CA from Clovis, CA?
The driving distance from Cantua Creek, CA to Clovis, CA is about 51 miles (82 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40.7 miles (65.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 10m 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 05m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in California, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cantua Creek and Clovis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cantua Creek and Clovis.
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Start on West Clarkson Avenue
10 m · 7 sec · West Clarkson Avenue
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Turn left onto South San Mateo Avenue
5 mi · 19 min · South San Mateo Avenue
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Continue on South San Mateo Avenue
2 mi · 8 min · South San Mateo Avenue
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Turn right onto West Manning Avenue
2 mi · 4 min · West Manning Avenue
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Turn left onto James Road
10.1 mi · 18 min · James Road
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Turn right onto West Whitesbridge Avenue
24.6 mi · 34 min · West Whitesbridge Avenue
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Keep slight right to continue on Sierra Freeway
6.1 mi · 7 min · Sierra Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Bullard Avenue
1600 ft · 43 sec
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Turn right onto West Bullard Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · West Bullard Avenue
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Turn left onto Woodworth Avenue
146 m · 23 sec · Woodworth Avenue
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Turn right onto 4th Street
43 m · 6 sec · 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cantua Creek and Clovis.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Whitesbridge Avenue
Turn right onto West Whitesbridge Avenue
24.6 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Cantua Creek and Mostly Sunny near Clovis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cantua Creek to Clovis?
The road trip is about 51 miles (82 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Kerman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.5 miles from Cantua Creek and 25.5 miles from Clovis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.7 miles (65.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.3 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 4:20 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.38 one way or $20.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Cantua Creek and Mostly Sunny near Clovis.
Stop Ideas Near Kerman
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Kerman.
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Lemoore (Naval Air Station), California
Lemoore, California
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cantua Creek and Clovis. Straight-line distance: 40.7 mi (65.5 km).
#1 Cantua Creek
Census designated place
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.5013400, -120.3162700 |
| Altitude | 90 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clovis
The fourth most populous city in Fresno County, California.
| Population | 122,989 |
| Coordinates | 36.8252300, -119.7029200 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| Country | United States |
End: 4th Street (-119.702919, 36.825264)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 82 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $5.77 | $10.38 | $20.77 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $10.92 | $21.84 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $11.24 | $22.47 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $13.62 | $27.24 |
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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