How far is Selma, CA from Cantua Creek, CA?
The driving distance from Selma, CA to Cantua Creek, CA is about 49.5 miles (79.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.4 miles (63.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 13m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 36m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Selma and Cantua Creek.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Selma and Cantua Creek.
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Start on Arrants Street
120 m · 19 sec · Arrants Street
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Turn right onto McCall Avenue
1085 ft · 22 sec · McCall Avenue
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Continue on 2nd Street
1 km · 1 min · 2nd Street
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Continue on Nebraska Avenue
2900 ft · 1 min · Nebraska Avenue
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Turn left onto South Highland Avenue
1 mi · 1 min · South Highland Avenue
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Turn right onto East Mountain View Avenue
11.6 mi · 15 min · East Mountain View Avenue
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Turn right onto South Henderson Road
5.3 mi · 9 min · South Henderson Road
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Continue on South Ormus Avenue
774 ft · 21 sec · South Ormus Avenue
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Turn left onto West Manning Avenue
22.9 mi · 40 min · West Manning Avenue
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Turn left onto South San Mateo Avenue
2.1 mi · 8 min · South San Mateo Avenue
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Continue on South San Mateo Avenue
5 mi · 19 min · South San Mateo Avenue
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Turn right onto West Clarkson Avenue
10 m · 2 sec · West Clarkson Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Clarkson Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Selma and Cantua Creek.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Manning Avenue
Turn left onto West Manning Avenue
22.9 mi · 00h 40m
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 Selma and Mostly Sunny near Cantua Creek.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Selma to Cantua Creek?
The road trip is about 49.5 miles (79.6 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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?
Kerman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.7 miles from Selma and 24.8 miles from Cantua Creek.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.4 miles (63.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.1 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 3:16 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.10 one way or $20.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Selma and Mostly Sunny near Cantua Creek.
Stop Ideas Near Kerman
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 Kerman.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Selma and Cantua Creek. Straight-line distance: 39.39 mi (63.39 km).
#1 Selma
City in and county seat of Dallas County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 24,370 |
| Coordinates | 36.5707800, -119.6120800 |
| Altitude | 94 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cantua Creek
Census designated place
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.5013400, -120.3162700 |
| Altitude | 90 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cantua Creek (-120.31627, 36.50134)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 80 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
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 | $10.10 | $20.19 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $10.62 | $21.23 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $10.93 | $21.85 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $13.24 | $26.48 |
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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