How far is Tulare, CA from Idlewild, CA?
The driving distance from Tulare, CA to Idlewild, CA is about 63.6 miles (102.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.7 miles (75.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 34m 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 47m.
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 California, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tulare and Idlewild.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tulare and Idlewild.
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Start on South J Street
16 m · 5 sec · South J Street
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Turn right onto East Tulare Avenue
2.5 mi · 4 min · East Tulare Avenue
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Continue on East Tulare Avenue
2117 ft · 34 sec · East Tulare Avenue
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Continue on Tulare Lindsay Highway
4.2 mi · 6 min · Tulare Lindsay Highway
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Continue on Avenue 232
29.3 mi · 35 min · Avenue 232
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Turn left onto Avenue 56
7.6 mi · 13 min · Avenue 56
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Keep slight right to continue on Avenue 56
78 m · 5 sec · Avenue 56
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Turn slight right onto Old Stage Coach Road
10.7 mi · 26 min · Old Stage Coach Road
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Continue on Mountain Road 109
2096 ft · 58 sec · Mountain Road 109
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Continue on White River Road
3.5 mi · 8 min · White River Road
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Continue on Old Stage Road
2.5 mi · 6 min · Old Stage Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Old Stage Road
1.9 mi · 5 min · Old Stage Road
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Turn left onto Capinero Drive
1 km · 2 min · Capinero Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Capinero Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tulare and Idlewild.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Avenue 232
Continue on Avenue 232
29.3 mi · 00h 35m
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 Tulare and Sunny near Idlewild.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tulare to Idlewild?
The road trip is about 63.6 miles (102.4 km) and usually takes 01h 47m 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?
Terra Bella is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.8 miles from Tulare and 31.8 miles from Idlewild.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.7 miles (75.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.9 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 2:56 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.98 one way or $25.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Tulare and Sunny near Idlewild.
Stop Ideas Near Terra Bella
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 Terra Bella.
Visalia, California
Corcoran station
Wasco station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tulare and Idlewild. Straight-line distance: 46.66 mi (75.09 km).
#1 Tulare
The most populous city in Tulare County, California.
| Population | 66,797 |
| Coordinates | 36.2077300, -119.3473400 |
| Altitude | 88 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Idlewild
Idlewild is a place in California, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.8107800, -118.6720300 |
| Altitude | 1132 |
| Country | United States |
End: Idlewild (-118.67203, 35.81078)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 102 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
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 | $12.98 | $25.96 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $13.65 | $27.30 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $14.05 | $28.09 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $17.03 | $34.05 |
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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