How far is McFarland, CA from Fresno, CA?
Fastest route
The distance between McFarland, California (zip code 93250) and Fresno, California is approximately 83.7 miles (134.7 kilometers). The fastest route to travel from McFarland to Fresno is via CA-99 N, which takes about 1 hour and 17 minutes.
Directions
- 🚗 Head east on W Kern Ave toward 2nd St.
- 🚗 Turn left at the 1st cross street onto 2nd St.
- 🚗 Turn left onto W Perkins Ave.
- 🚗 Turn right onto Perkins Ave.
- 🚗 Left to merge onto CA-99 N.
- 🚗 Follow CA-99 N until you reach Fresno St in Fresno.
- 🚗 Take exit 132B for Fresno St.
- 🚗 Continue on Fresno St and drive to N St.
- 🚗 Turn right onto Fresno St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ Use CA-99 N for the fastest route, especially if there are traffic conditions.
- ⛽ Plan for any necessary fuel stops along the way.
- 🚗 Check real-time traffic updates to avoid any potential delays.
- 📱 Keep your GPS or navigation app handy for easy route guidance.
- 🥤 Pack some snacks and drinks for the journey.
- 🛣️ Familiarize yourself with the exits and landmarks along the way.
- 🚘 Ensure your vehicle is in good condition before embarking on the trip.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 21m.
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.
The most populous city in Tulare County, California.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between McFarland and Fresno.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McFarland and Fresno.
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Start on West Kern Avenue
6 m · 6 sec · West Kern Avenue
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
1322 ft · 41 sec · 2nd Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Perkins Avenue
48 m · 7 sec · West Perkins Avenue
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Continue on Perkins Avenue
753 ft · 26 sec · Perkins Avenue
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Take the ramp left
1326 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Golden State Highway
80.4 mi · 1 hr 26 min · Golden State Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward CA 41 North: Yosemite
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Yosemite Freeway
1.1 mi · 1 min · Yosemite Freeway
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Continue on Dwight David Eisenhower Memorial Freeway
1042 ft · 14 sec · Dwight David Eisenhower Memorial Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Tulare Street
1517 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto East Tulare Avenue
1069 ft · 25 sec · East Tulare Avenue
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Turn left onto North 1st Street
119 m · 16 sec · North 1st Street
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Continue on North First Street
1320 ft · 32 sec · North First Street
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Turn right onto East Washington Avenue
9 m · 1 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 McFarland and Fresno.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Golden State Highway
Merge slight left onto Golden State Highway
80.4 mi · 01h 26m
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 McFarland and Mostly Sunny near Fresno.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from McFarland to Fresno?
The road trip is about 84.1 miles (135.3 km) and usually takes 01h 21m 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?
Tulare is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42 miles from McFarland and 42.1 miles from Fresno.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79.8 miles (128.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 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 3:46 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.13 one way or $34.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around McFarland and Mostly Sunny near Fresno.
Stop Ideas Near Tulare
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 Tulare.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between McFarland and Fresno. Straight-line distance: 79.87 mi (128.54 km).
#1 McFarland
City in Kern County, California, United States
| Population | 12,482 |
| Coordinates | 35.6780100, -119.2292700 |
| Altitude | 108 |
| 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: 135 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.77 | $17.13 | $34.27 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $18.02 | $36.03 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $18.54 | $37.08 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $22.47 | $44.95 |
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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