Origin
Selma, CA
Morning in Selma on Wednesday
Local time
10:42 AM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Selma, CA to Stockton, CA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 42m
Distance
140.7 mi
226 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 32m
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6 AM
2h 43m
8 AM
3h 4m
10 AM
2h 50m
12 PM
2h 48m
3 PM
2h 51m
5 PM
3h 3m
8 PM
2h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Selma, CA
Dominik Gryzbon
Stockton, CA
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Trip Overview
Embark on a straightforward 140.7-mile journey from Selma, California to Stockton, California, a drive that typically takes around 2 hours and 42 minutes. This route is primarily on the northbound lanes of California State Route 99 (CA 99), making it a highly efficient trip. With a highway share of 97%, expect a consistent, fast-paced drive that's easily manageable as a day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of $32. Both Selma and Stockton are located within the Pacific Coast region, so you won't be crossing major geographical divides, but you'll still experience the Central Valley's agricultural landscapes. Plan for one primary stop to break up the journey.
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
70.4 miles from Selma, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 97% of the 140.7 miles spent on major roadways, predominantly Northbound California State Route 99. You'll encounter an 84.6-mile stretch without needing to divert, offering a smooth, uninterrupted experience. The character of the drive is largely consistent, characterized by open highway driving through California's Central Valley. While not exceptionally varied, the efficiency of CA 99 and CA 4 makes it a predictable and easy-to-navigate route for covering ground quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Northbound California State Route 99 is the longest continuous segment at about 84.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Northbound California State Route 99 and CA 99. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near CA 99.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 140.7 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (CA 99): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.1 miles (CA 99): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.9 mi into trip
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~1m in
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CA 99
Merge onto CA 99
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
27.6 mi into trip
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~31m in
Take the exit toward Avenue 7
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 144
Toward Avenue 7
5
28.1 mi into trip
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~31m in
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CA 99
Merge onto CA 99
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
49.5 mi into trip
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~55m in
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CA 99 / Northbound California State Route 99
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 99 / Northbound California State Route 99 toward CA 99
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward CA 99
6
140.2 mi into trip
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~2h 41m in
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South El Dorado Street
Turn right onto South El Dorado Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Selma, CA to Stockton, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Avenue 7 along the way.
Avenue 7
27.6 mi in
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~31m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northbound California State Route 99 | 84.6 mi | 1h 38m |
| CA 99 | 48.1 mi | 53m |
| CA 4 | 3 mi | 3m |
| Golden State Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Old U.S. Route 99E | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| 2nd Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North El Dorado Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South El Dorado Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Northbound California State Route 99
— 84.6 mi, about 1h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Selma, CA and Stockton, CA.
1
Start on Arrants Street
394 ft
·
19 sec
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Arrants Street
2
Turn right onto McCall Avenue
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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McCall Avenue
3
Continue on 2nd Street
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
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2nd Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward CA 99 North
5
Merge onto CA 99
27 mi
·
29 min
·
CA 99
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 144
Toward Avenue 7
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto CA 99
21 mi
·
24 min
·
CA 99
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 99
85 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
Northbound California State Route 99
Toward CA 99
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on CA 99
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Golden State Highway
10
Continue on CA 99
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Old U.S. Route 99E
11
Keep slight right at fork onto CA 4
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
CA 4
Toward CA 4
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 66A
Toward Downtown
13
Turn right onto South El Dorado Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
South El Dorado Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on North El Dorado Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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North El Dorado Street
15
Turn right onto East Fremont Street
117 ft
·
5 sec
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East Fremont Street
16
Arrive at destination
East Fremont Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 42 minutes, this drive is perfectly suited for a single-day trip. Consider departing in the morning to take advantage of lighter traffic, especially as you head north. With a fuel cost estimated at $32, it's a budget-friendly option. While the longest stretch is over 84 miles, you'll likely want to plan for one stop to stretch your legs or refuel. Keep an eye out for the transition onto CA 4 as you near Stockton, ensuring you're on the correct segment for your final destination.
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 70.4 miles from Selma, CA, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.6 miles.
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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.4 miles or 1h 20m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stockton, CA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Selma, 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 Selma, CA
This is one driving day of about 140.7 miles and 2h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Selma, 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.
The longest stretch is on Northbound California State Route 99 for about 84.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 70.4 mi from Selma, CA · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 70.4 miles from Selma, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Northbound California State Route 99 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 84.6 miles.
Arriving in Stockton, CA
The final approach into Stockton, CA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Stockton, CA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.34 one way
$64.68 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $33.32 | $66.65 |
| premium | $6.18 | $34.22 | $68.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.06 | $62.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.2 | 0 | $14.77 | $6.75 |
| Efficient EV | 35.2 | 0 | $12.31 | $5.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.3 | 0 | $19.70 | $9.00 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Stockton, CA
Morning in Stockton on Wednesday
Local time
10:42 AM
PDT
Current temp
69°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.
Temperature spread
20 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 42m 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 Selma, CA to Stockton, CA covers 140.7 miles and takes about 2h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Northbound California State Route 99, CA 99, CA 4. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 70.4 miles from Selma, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.34 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 140.7 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (CA 99): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.1 miles (CA 99): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Selma, CA to Stockton, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Avenue 7 along the way.
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