How far is Modesto, CA from Fresno, CA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Modesto and Fresno is 91.3 miles (146.93 km).
Flight distance from Modesto, CA to Fresno, CA is 91.3 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from Modesto to Fresno with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Modesto, California to Fresno, California is: 97 miles (156.11 km) by car.
Driving from Modesto to Fresno will take approximately 01 hours 39 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 Fresno
The fifth most populous city in California and the center of the Fresno metropolitan area. It is located in the San Joaquin Valley in central California. Fresno is known for its agricultural industry, its hot climate, and its many attractions, such as the Fresno Chaffee Zoo and the Fresno Grizzlies baseball team.
| Population | 530267 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 36°44'52"N 119°46'21"W |
| Latitude | 36.7477300 |
| Longitude | -119.7723700 |
| Altitude | 94 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Fresno: East Washington Avenue (-119.77237,36.747738)
Estimated Travel Time Between Modesto and Fresno
The distance between Modesto and Fresno is 156 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 44 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 Fresno. The current time is 03:22:06.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 13 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 25 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 56 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 37 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 23 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 17 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 12 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 12.96 liters (3.42 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Modesto and Fresno.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Modesto to Fresno is $18.33 (diesel $21.21).
California gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $5.36 | $5.59 | $5.74 | $6.2 |
| Total | $18.33 | $19.14 | $19.66 | $21.21 |
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 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Modesto and Fresno (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
