How far is Coalinga, CA from Cantua Creek, CA?
The driving distance from Coalinga, CA to Cantua Creek, CA is about 33.9 miles (54.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.1 miles (40.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 49m 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 00h 54m.
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.
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 Coalinga and Cantua Creek.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coalinga and Cantua Creek.
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Start on North 5th Street
15 m · 3 sec · North 5th Street
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Turn right onto East Elm Avenue
1.6 km · 1 min · East Elm Avenue
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Continue on Fresno Coalinga Road
12.3 mi · 18 min · Fresno Coalinga Road
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Take the ramp left
1215 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Westside Freeway
11.6 mi · 12 min · Westside Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward CA 33 North: Mendota
1355 ft · 36 sec
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Turn right onto South Derrick Avenue
4.5 mi · 6 min · South Derrick Avenue
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Turn right onto West Clarkson Avenue
4.1 mi · 16 min · West Clarkson Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Clarkson Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Coalinga and Cantua Creek.
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
Continue on Fresno Coalinga Road
12.3 mi · 00h 18m
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 Coalinga and Mostly Sunny near Cantua Creek.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Coalinga to Cantua Creek?
The road trip is about 33.9 miles (54.6 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Huron is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17 miles from Coalinga and 17 miles from Cantua Creek.
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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:40 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 Coalinga and Mostly Sunny near Cantua Creek.
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 Coalinga and Cantua Creek. Straight-line distance: 25.11 mi (40.41 km).
#1 Coalinga
City in Fresno County, California, United States
| Population | 17,591 |
| Coordinates | 36.1396800, -120.3601500 |
| Altitude | 205 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cantua Creek
Census designated place
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.5013400, -120.3162700 |
| Altitude | 90 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cantua Creek (-120.31627, 36.50134)
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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