How far is Stockton, CA from Pittsburg, CA?
The driving distance from Stockton, CA to Pittsburg, CA is about 42.2 miles (67.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.7 miles (52.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 59m.
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.
Census-designated place in Contra Costa County, California
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Stockton and Pittsburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stockton and Pittsburg.
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Start on East Fremont Street
153 m · 31 sec · East Fremont Street
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Turn left onto North Center Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · North Center Street
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Turn right onto West Charter Way
4.5 mi · 7 min · West Charter Way
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Continue straight
15.1 mi · 22 min
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Continue straight
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Marsh Creek Road
3.9 mi · 6 min · Marsh Creek Road
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Turn right
14.2 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Railroad Avenue, Harbor Street
1860 ft · 32 sec
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Turn left onto California Avenue
2418 ft · 49 sec · California Avenue
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Turn right onto Railroad Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · Railroad Avenue
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Turn right onto East 10th Street
38 m · 2 sec · East 10th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 10th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Stockton and Pittsburg.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
West Charter Way
Continue straight
15.1 mi · 00h 22m
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.
Sunny leaving Stockton and Sunny near Pittsburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Stockton to Pittsburg?
The road trip is about 42.2 miles (67.9 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Discovery Bay is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.1 miles from Stockton and 21.1 miles from Pittsburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.7 miles (52.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.5 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 4:30 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.60 one way or $17.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Stockton and Sunny near Pittsburg.
Stop Ideas Near Discovery Bay
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 Discovery Bay.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stockton and Pittsburg. Straight-line distance: 32.7 mi (52.63 km).
#1 Stockton
The fifth most populous city in California and the center of the Stockton metropolitan area.
| Population | 312,716 |
| Coordinates | 37.9577000, -121.2907800 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pittsburg
A city in Contra Costa County, California.
| Population | 72,622 |
| Coordinates | 38.0279800, -121.8846800 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pittsburg (-121.88468, 38.02798)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 68 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 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 | $8.60 | $17.19 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $9.04 | $18.08 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $9.30 | $18.60 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $11.27 | $22.55 |
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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