Origin
Fresno, CA
Morning in Fresno on Thursday
Local time
8:40 AM
PDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fresno, CA to Chowchilla, CA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
47m
Distance
39.2 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fresno, CA
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Chowchilla, CA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Fresno, CA to Chowchilla, CA covers 39.2 miles and takes about 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North First Street, East Belmont Avenue, CA 99 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.01 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 39.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 47m drive with frequent turns across 39.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North First Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 Fresno, CA to Chowchilla, CA is easy. At 47m 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 Fresno, CA to Chowchilla, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North First Street | — | — |
| East Belmont Avenue | — | — |
| CA 99 North | — | — |
| Avenue 7 | — | — |
| State Route 99 | — | — |
| CA 233 West | — | — |
| Avenue 26 | — | — |
| East Robertson Boulevard | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North First Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fresno, CA and Chowchilla, CA.
1
Start on East Washington Avenue
30 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Washington Avenue
2
Turn right onto North First Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
North First Street
3
Turn left onto East Belmont Avenue
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
East Belmont Avenue
4
Take the ramp right toward CA 99 North
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
CA 99 North
5
Merge slight left
9.4 mi
·
10 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward Avenue 7
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
·
Avenue 7
7
Merge slight left
21 mi
·
24 min
8
Keep slight right to continue on Northbound California State Route 99
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Northbound California State Route 99
9
Take the exit slight right toward CA 233 West, Avenue 26
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
CA 233 West, Avenue 26
10
Turn left onto Avenue 26
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Avenue 26
11
Continue on East Robertson Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
East Robertson Boulevard
12
Turn right onto North 2nd Street
62 ft
·
3 sec
·
North 2nd Street
13
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.6 mi from Fresno, CA · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Fresno, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chowchilla, CA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Chowchilla, CA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.01 one way
$18.02 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $9.28 | $18.57 |
| premium | $6.18 | $9.53 | $19.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.65 | $17.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Chowchilla, CA
Morning in Chowchilla on Thursday
Local time
8:40 AM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Barstow, CA
20 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
47m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Fresno, CA to Chowchilla, CA covers 39.2 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North First Street, East Belmont Avenue, CA 99 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.6 miles from Fresno, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.01 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Fresno, CA to Chowchilla, CA is easy. At 47m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fresno, CA to Chowchilla, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Fresno, CA to Chowchilla, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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