How far is Shandon, CA from Morro Bay, CA?
The driving distance from Shandon, CA to Morro Bay, CA is about 41.8 miles (67.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.4 miles (53.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 57m 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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Halfway Point
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City in California, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Shandon and Morro Bay.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shandon and Morro Bay.
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Start on Shandon Alley
23 m · 9 sec · Shandon Alley
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Turn left onto Centre Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · Centre Street
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Turn left
7.7 mi · 11 min
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Turn straight
31.6 mi · 47 min
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Take the ramp left
1220 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Cabrillo Highway
139 m · 6 sec · Cabrillo Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Main Street
1206 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right onto Main Street
2775 ft · 59 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Shandon and Morro Bay.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn straight
31.6 mi · 00h 47m
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 Shandon and Mostly Sunny near Morro Bay.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Shandon to Morro Bay?
The road trip is about 41.8 miles (67.3 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
Atascadero is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.9 miles from Shandon and 20.9 miles from Morro Bay.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.4 miles (53.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.4 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 4:32 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.54 one way or $17.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Shandon and Mostly Sunny near Morro Bay.
Stop Ideas Near Atascadero
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
The Carlton Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Atascadero
City Hall Parking Lot
Paso Robles Water & Sewer
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Atascadero.
Atascadero, California
Paso Robles station
San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly), California
San Luis Obispo
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Shandon and Morro Bay. Straight-line distance: 33.35 mi (53.67 km).
#1 Shandon
Census-designated place in San Luis Obispo County, California
| Population | 1,295 |
| Coordinates | 35.6552500, -120.3754300 |
| Altitude | 317 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Morro Bay
City in San Luis Obispo County, California.
| Population | 10,560 |
| Coordinates | 35.3658100, -120.8499000 |
| Altitude | 19 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-120.849996, 35.365809)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $8.54 | $17.08 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $8.98 | $17.96 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $9.24 | $18.48 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $11.20 | $22.40 |
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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