How far is Modesto, CA from Bakersfield, CA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Modesto and Bakersfield is 191.24 miles (307.77 km).
Flight distance from Modesto, CA to Bakersfield, CA is 191.24 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 24 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 22 minutes to travel from Modesto to Bakersfield with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Modesto, California to Bakersfield, California is: 202.65 miles (326.13 km) by car.
Driving from Modesto to Bakersfield will take approximately 03 hours 20 minutes.
#1 Modesto
The third most populous city in Stanislaus County, California. It is located in the Central Valley of California. Modesto is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many outdoor activities, and its many attractions, such as the Gallo Center for the Arts and the McHenry Mansion.
| Population | 215666 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°38'21"N 120°59'49"W |
| Latitude | 37.6391000 |
| Longitude | -120.9968800 |
| Altitude | 28 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bakersfield
The fifth most populous city in California and the center of the Bakersfield metropolitan area. It is located in the southern San Joaquin Valley in central California. Bakersfield is known for its oil industry, its agriculture, and its many attractions, such as the Kern County Museum and the California Living Museum.
| Population | 385725 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°22'24"N 119°1'7"W |
| Latitude | 35.3732900 |
| Longitude | -119.0187100 |
| Altitude | 123 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Bakersfield: Truxtun Avenue (-119.01871,35.373244)
Estimated Travel Time Between Modesto and Bakersfield
The distance between Modesto and Bakersfield is 326 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 37 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Modesto and Bakersfield. The current time is 02:28:58.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 45 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 03 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 03 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 22 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 53 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 42 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 31 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 27.07 liters (7.15 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Modesto and Bakersfield.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Modesto to Bakersfield is $38.29 (diesel $44.31).
California gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $5.36 | $5.59 | $5.74 | $6.2 |
| Total | $38.29 | $39.99 | $41.07 | $44.31 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in California ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $5.355 (Diesel $6.196) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Modesto and Bakersfield (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
