How far is Ferndale, CA from Petrolia, CA?
The driving distance from Ferndale, CA to Petrolia, CA is about 29.1 miles (46.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.4 miles (28 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 20m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Humboldt County, California, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ferndale and Petrolia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ferndale and Petrolia.
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Start on Main Street
99 m · 8 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Ocean Avenue
144 m · 15 sec · Ocean Avenue
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Turn left onto Wildcat Avenue
1544 ft · 42 sec · Wildcat Avenue
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Continue on Mattole Road
28.7 mi · 1 hr 9 min · Mattole Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mattole Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ferndale and Petrolia.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Mattole Road
Continue on Mattole Road
28.7 mi · 01h 09m
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 Ferndale and Mostly Clear near Petrolia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ferndale to Petrolia?
The road trip is about 29.1 miles (46.9 km) and usually takes 01h 10m 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?
Rio Dell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.5 miles from Ferndale and 14.7 miles from Petrolia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.4 miles (28 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.7 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 4:10 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.45 one way or $12.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ferndale and Mostly Clear near Petrolia.
Stop Ideas Near Rio Dell
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 Rio Dell.
Rio Dell-Scotia, California
Fortuna, California
Eureka, California
Arcata (Transit Center), California
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ferndale and Petrolia. Straight-line distance: 17.37 mi (27.96 km).
#1 Ferndale
Town in Humboldt County, California, United States
| Population | 1,362 |
| Coordinates | 40.5762400, -124.2639400 |
| Altitude | 17 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Petrolia
Situated within the Mattole River Valley at an elevation of 121 feet, this Humboldt County community lies near the rugged and undeveloped Lost Coast region of California.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.3254100, -124.2869900 |
| Altitude | 37 |
| Country | United States |
End: Petrolia (-124.28699, 40.32541)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 47 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
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 | $6.45 | $12.90 |
| Mid-grade | $6.50 | $6.69 | $13.39 |
| Premium | $6.69 | $6.89 | $13.78 |
| Diesel | $8.41 | $8.67 | $17.33 |
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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