How far is Idlewild, CA from Visalia, CA?
The driving distance from Idlewild, CA to Visalia, CA is about 64.9 miles (104.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49.9 miles (80.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 09m 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 01h 34m.
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.
Census designated place in California, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Idlewild and Visalia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Idlewild and Visalia.
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Start on Capinero Drive
1 km · 2 min · Capinero Drive
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Turn right onto Old Stage Road
1.9 mi · 5 min · Old Stage Road
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Continue on Old Stage Road
2.5 mi · 6 min · Old Stage Road
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Continue on White River Road
3.5 mi · 8 min · White River Road
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Continue on Mountain Road 109
2096 ft · 58 sec · Mountain Road 109
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Continue on Old Stage Coach Road
10.7 mi · 26 min · Old Stage Coach Road
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Turn left onto Avenue 56
7.6 mi · 13 min · Avenue 56
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Turn right
24.6 mi · 29 min
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Turn right onto Road 196
4.4 mi · 5 min · Road 196
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Continue on South Kaweah Avenue
3.5 mi · 4 min · South Kaweah Avenue
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Turn left onto Avenue 296
8.5 mi · 10 min · Avenue 296
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Take the exit slight right toward CA 63 North: Court Street
1617 ft · 44 sec
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Turn right onto South Court Street
993 ft · 19 sec · South Court Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
26 m · 4 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Idlewild and Visalia.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
24.6 mi · 00h 29m
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 Idlewild and Mostly Sunny near Visalia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Idlewild to Visalia?
The road trip is about 64.9 miles (104.5 km) and usually takes 01h 34m 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?
Terra Bella is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.4 miles from Idlewild and 30.5 miles from Visalia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49.9 miles (80.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 15 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 3:20 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.21 one way or $26.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Idlewild and Mostly Sunny near Visalia.
Stop Ideas Near Terra Bella
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 Terra Bella.
Visalia, California
Corcoran station
Wasco station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Idlewild and Visalia. Straight-line distance: 49.87 mi (80.26 km).
#1 Idlewild
Idlewild is a place in California, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.8107800, -118.6720300 |
| Altitude | 1132 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Visalia
The fifth most populous city in Tulare County, California.
| Population | 135,007 |
| Coordinates | 36.3302300, -119.2920600 |
| Altitude | 101 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Main Street (-119.292058, 36.330145)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 104 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
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 | $13.21 | $26.42 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $13.89 | $27.78 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $14.30 | $28.59 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $17.33 | $34.66 |
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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