How far is Fresno, CA from Jackson, CA?
The driving distance from Fresno, CA to Jackson, CA is about 165.7 miles (266.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 123.5 miles (198.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 26m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Stanislaus County, California.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fresno and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fresno and Jackson.
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Start on East Washington Avenue
9 m · 3 sec · East Washington Avenue
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Turn right onto North First Street
968 ft · 23 sec · North First Street
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Turn left onto East Belmont Avenue
2.9 mi · 6 min · East Belmont Avenue
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Take the ramp right toward CA 99 North
965 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
9.4 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Avenue 7
2522 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
21.4 mi · 24 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Northbound California State Route 99
84.6 mi · 1 hr 38 min · Northbound California State Route 99
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Continue on Golden State Highway
1.8 mi · 2 min · Golden State Highway
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Continue on Old U.S. Route 99E
1.3 mi · 1 min · Old U.S. Route 99E
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Keep slight left
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CA 88: Waterloo Road
1005 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right
46 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto Waterloo Road
10.5 mi · 15 min · Waterloo Road
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Continue straight
8.6 mi · 13 min
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Turn left
2.9 mi · 4 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
58 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
19.1 mi · 28 min
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Turn left
33 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto Main Street
652 ft · 29 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fresno and Jackson.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Northbound California State Route 99
Keep slight right to continue on Northbound California State Route 99
84.6 mi · 01h 38m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fresno and Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fresno to Jackson?
The road trip is about 165.7 miles (266.6 km) and usually takes 03h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Turlock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.8 miles from Fresno and 82.8 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 123.5 miles (198.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:08 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.75 one way or $67.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Fresno and Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny near Jackson.
Stop Ideas Near Turlock
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 Turlock.
Denair station
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Merced station
Manteca, CA
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fresno and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 123.49 mi (198.73 km).
#1 Fresno
The fifth most populous city in California and the center of the Fresno metropolitan area.
| Population | 530,267 |
| Coordinates | 36.7477300, -119.7723700 |
| Altitude | 94 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jackson
County seat of Amador County, California
| Population | 4,973 |
| Coordinates | 38.3488000, -120.7741000 |
| Altitude | 371 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jackson (-120.7741, 38.3488)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 267 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 04m |
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 | $33.75 | $67.50 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $35.49 | $70.97 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $36.52 | $73.04 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $44.27 | $88.53 |
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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