How far is Stockton, CA from Waldon, CA?
The driving distance from Stockton, CA to Waldon, CA is about 55.9 miles (90 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 30m 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 01h 15m.
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.
The most populous city 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 Waldon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stockton and Waldon.
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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
22.5 mi · 26 min
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Keep slight right to continue on CA 242: Oakland, Concord
4.6 mi · 5 min
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Merge slight left onto Senator Daniel E Boatwright Highway
1.6 mi · 2 min · Senator Daniel E Boatwright Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Treat Boulevard, Geary Road, Weigh Station
119 m · 10 sec
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Continue on Geary Road, Oak Park Boulevard
827 ft · 20 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Silicon Valley College, Chapman University, Contra Costa Centre Transit Village
54 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto North Main Street
938 ft · 29 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto Treat Boulevard
2100 ft · 59 sec · Treat Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Treat Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Stockton and Waldon.
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 right
22.5 mi · 00h 26m
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 Waldon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Stockton to Waldon?
The road trip is about 55.9 miles (90 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
Brentwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.9 miles from Stockton and 28 miles from Waldon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 4:00 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.33 one way or $24.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Stockton and Sunny near Waldon.
Stop Ideas Near Brentwood
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 Brentwood.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stockton and Waldon. Straight-line distance: 41.73 mi (67.15 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 Waldon
Census-designated place in Contra Costa County, California
| Population | 5,364 |
| Coordinates | 37.9263100, -122.0555200 |
| Altitude | 28 |
| Country | United States |
End: Waldon (-122.05552, 37.92631)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 90 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
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 | $6.26 | $12.33 | $24.67 |
| Mid-grade | $6.50 | $12.80 | $25.61 |
| Premium | $6.69 | $13.18 | $26.35 |
| Diesel | $8.41 | $16.57 | $33.15 |
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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