How far is Lodi, CA from Fresno, CA?
The driving distance from Lodi, CA to Fresno, CA is about 137.8 miles (221.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 126.1 miles (202.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 39m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 19m.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Light Rain
Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lodi and Fresno.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lodi and Fresno.
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Start on South Sacramento Street
15 m · 5 sec · South Sacramento Street
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Turn right onto East Lodi Avenue
1 km · 1 min · East Lodi Avenue
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Turn right onto Cherokee Lane
1 mi · 2 min · Cherokee Lane
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Turn left onto East Kettleman Lane
638 ft · 20 sec · East Kettleman Lane
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Take the ramp right
1080 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
23.1 mi · 27 min
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Keep slight left
106.7 mi · 2 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Belmont Avenue
1517 ft · 41 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Belmont Avenue
2.9 mi · 6 min · West Belmont Avenue
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Turn right onto North First Street
968 ft · 26 sec · North First Street
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Turn left onto East Washington Avenue
21 m · 3 sec · East Washington Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Washington Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lodi and Fresno.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Kettleman Lane
Keep slight left
107 mi · 02h 02m
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.
Slight Chance Light Rain leaving Lodi and Chance Light Rain near Fresno.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lodi to Fresno?
The road trip is about 137.8 miles (221.8 km) and usually takes 02h 19m 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?
Winton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.6 miles from Lodi and 70.2 miles from Fresno.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 126.1 miles (202.9 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 1:50 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.04 one way or $56.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Light Rain around Lodi and Chance Light Rain near Fresno.
Stop Ideas Near Winton
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 Winton.
Merced station
Denair station
Modesto station
Mariposa, CA
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lodi and Fresno. Straight-line distance: 126.08 mi (202.9 km).
#1 Lodi
The most populous city in San Joaquin County, California.
| Population | 68,186 |
| Coordinates | 38.1302000, -121.2724500 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: East Washington Avenue (-119.77237, 36.747738)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 222 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 43m |
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 | $28.04 | $56.07 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $29.48 | $58.96 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $30.34 | $60.68 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $36.78 | $73.55 |
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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