How far is Fresno, CA from Squaw Valley, CA?
The driving distance from Fresno, CA to Squaw Valley, CA is about 31.1 miles (50 km), with a travel time of about 00h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 29.1 miles (46.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 24m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Fresno County, California
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fresno and Squaw Valley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fresno and Squaw Valley.
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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 · 25 sec · North First Street
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Turn right onto East Belmont Avenue
2 mi · 4 min · East Belmont Avenue
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Turn left onto North Chestnut Avenue
1408 ft · 42 sec · North Chestnut Avenue
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Take the ramp right
2294 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
28.2 mi · 36 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Kings Canyon Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fresno and Squaw Valley.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Chestnut Avenue
Merge slight left
28.2 mi · 00h 36m
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 Fresno and Mostly Sunny near Squaw Valley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fresno to Squaw Valley?
The road trip is about 31.1 miles (50 km) and usually takes 00h 42m 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?
Minkler is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.5 miles from Fresno and 15.5 miles from Squaw Valley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 29.1 miles (46.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:06 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.35 one way or $12.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Fresno and Mostly Sunny near Squaw Valley.
Stop Ideas Near Minkler
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 Minkler.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fresno and Squaw Valley. Straight-line distance: 29.11 mi (46.84 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 Squaw Valley
Community in Placer County, California, USA
| Population | 3,162 |
| Coordinates | 36.7402300, -119.2467900 |
| Altitude | 497 |
| Country | United States |
End: Squaw Valley (-119.24679, 36.74023)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 50 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.77 | $6.35 | $12.69 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $6.67 | $13.35 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $6.87 | $13.73 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $8.32 | $16.65 |
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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