How far is Cantua Creek, CA from Coalinga, CA?
The driving distance from Cantua Creek, CA to Coalinga, CA is about 33.9 miles (54.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.1 miles (40.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Small city in Fresno County, California
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cantua Creek and Coalinga.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cantua Creek and Coalinga.
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Start on West Clarkson Avenue
4.1 mi · 16 min · West Clarkson Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Derrick Avenue
4.7 mi · 6 min · South Derrick Avenue
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Take the ramp left
1144 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto Westside Freeway
11.5 mi · 12 min · Westside Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward CA 33 South, CA 145 North: Coalinga
1412 ft · 37 sec
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Turn right onto Fresno Coalinga Road
12.1 mi · 18 min · Fresno Coalinga Road
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Continue on East Elm Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · East Elm Avenue
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Turn left onto North 5th Street
15 m · 1 sec · North 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cantua Creek and Coalinga.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Fresno Coalinga Road
Turn right onto Fresno Coalinga Road
12.1 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Cantua Creek and Mostly Sunny near Coalinga.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cantua Creek to Coalinga?
The road trip is about 33.9 miles (54.6 km) and usually takes 00h 44m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Huron is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17 miles from Cantua Creek and 17 miles from Coalinga.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.1 miles (40.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.92 one way or $13.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Cantua Creek and Mostly Sunny near Coalinga.
Stop Ideas Near Huron
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 Huron.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cantua Creek and Coalinga. Straight-line distance: 25.11 mi (40.41 km).
#1 Cantua Creek
Census designated place
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.5013400, -120.3162700 |
| Altitude | 90 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Coalinga
City in Fresno County, California, United States
| Population | 17,591 |
| Coordinates | 36.1396800, -120.3601500 |
| Altitude | 205 |
| Country | United States |
End: North 5th Street (-120.360168, 36.139661)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $6.92 | $13.85 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $7.28 | $14.56 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $7.49 | $14.98 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $9.08 | $18.16 |
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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