Origin
Brentwood, CA
Morning in Brentwood on Saturday
Local time
11:49 AM
PDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Trip from Brentwood, CA to Fresno, CA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 49m
Distance
157.5 mi
253 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 39m
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6 AM
2h 50m
8 AM
3h 12m
10 AM
2h 57m
12 PM
2h 55m
3 PM
2h 59m
5 PM
3h 11m
8 PM
2h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brentwood, CA
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Fresno, CA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Brentwood, CA to Fresno, CA covers 157.5 miles and takes about 2h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Oak Street, Brentwood Boulevard, Byron Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.20 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
78.8 miles from Brentwood, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Street | — | — |
| Brentwood Boulevard | — | — |
| Byron Highway | — | — |
| Byron-Bethany Road | — | — |
| Byron Road | — | — |
| West Grant Line Road | — | — |
| Robert T | — | — |
| Westside Freeway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Oak Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brentwood, CA and Fresno, CA.
1
Start on Brentwood Boulevard
66 ft
·
9 sec
·
Brentwood Boulevard
2
Turn left onto Oak Street
98 ft
·
10 sec
·
Oak Street
3
Turn left
305 ft
·
24 sec
4
Turn right onto Brentwood Boulevard
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Brentwood Boulevard
5
Continue on Byron Highway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Byron Highway
6
Turn right onto Byron Highway
6.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Byron Highway
7
Continue on Byron-Bethany Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Byron-Bethany Road
8
Continue on Byron Road
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Byron Road
9
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Byron Road
95 ft
·
2 sec
·
Byron Road
10
Exit the roundabout onto Byron Road
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Byron Road
11
Turn left onto West Grant Line Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Grant Line Road
12
Turn slight left
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
13
Merge slight left onto Robert T. Monagan Freeway
8.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Robert T. Monagan Freeway
14
Merge slight left onto Westside Freeway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Westside Freeway
15
Take the exit slight right toward CA 120 East: Manteca, Sonora
469 ft
·
6 sec
·
CA 120 East: Manteca, Sonora
16
Continue straight
6.2 mi
·
7 min
17
Take the exit slight right toward CA 99 South: Modesto, Fresno
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
CA 99 South: Modesto, Fresno
18
Merge slight left
106 mi
·
2 hr 1 min
19
Take the exit slight right toward Belmont Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Belmont Avenue
20
At the end of the road, turn left onto West Belmont Avenue
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
West Belmont Avenue
21
Turn right onto North First Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
North First Street
22
Turn left onto East Washington Avenue
69 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Washington Avenue
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 78.8 miles from Brentwood, CA, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 35 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.8 miles or 1h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fresno, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brentwood, CA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brentwood, CA
This is one driving day of about 157.5 miles and 2h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Brentwood, CA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 78.8 miles from Brentwood, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.20 one way
$72.40 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $37.30 | $74.61 |
| premium | $6.18 | $38.30 | $76.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.77 | $69.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.3 | 0 | $16.54 | $7.56 |
| Efficient EV | 39.4 | 0 | $13.78 | $6.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63 | 0 | $22.05 | $10.08 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Fresno, CA
Morning in Fresno on Saturday
Local time
11:49 AM
PDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Road read
2h 49m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
157.5 mi in 2h 49m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Oak Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Brentwood, CA to Fresno, CA is easy. At 2h 49m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Brentwood, CA to Fresno, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
About the Cities
Starting in Brentwood, CA
Full guide →Founded 1837
Brentwood is an affluent, suburban city in eastern Contra Costa County, California with a popular downtown for visitors coming from the Sacramento Valley to the county. It serves as one of the eastern gateways to the East Bay, along with Livermore. Many in the city are commuters.
Top landmarks
- • Stone House of John Marsh — historic stone house in Contra Costa County, California
Arriving in Fresno, CA
Full guide →Founded 1872
Fresno is in the San Joaquin Valley of California. Many visitors find themselves stopping in Fresno on the way to Yosemite National Park, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, or other destinations in the Sierras.
Top landmarks
- • Holy Trinity Church, Fresno — church building in Fresno, United States of America
- • Fresno station — train station in Fresno, California
- • Kearney Park — park in Fresno County, California, United States of America
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 49m. Total distance: 157.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Brentwood, CA to Fresno, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fresno, CA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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