Origin
Shingletown, CA
Morning in Shingletown on Monday
Local time
8:55 AM
PDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shingletown, CA to Fresno, CA
Drive Time
5h 50m
Distance
342.9 mi
552 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$79
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 37m
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6 AM
5h 50m
8 AM
6h 16m
10 AM
5h 59m
12 PM
5h 57m
3 PM
6h 1m
5 PM
6h 15m
8 PM
5h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shingletown, CA
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Fresno, CA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
The drive from Shingletown, CA to Fresno, CA covers 342.9 miles and takes about 5h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Wilson Hill Road, Rock Creek Road, Manton Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $79.41 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
171.4 miles from Shingletown, CA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 55m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 50m drive with frequent turns across 342.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Wilson Hill Road 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 50m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Shingletown, CA to Fresno, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wilson Hill Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Rock Creek Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Manton Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 36 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Antelope Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cascade Wonderland Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Westside Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 50 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Wilson Hill Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shingletown, CA and Fresno, CA.
1
Start on the route
174 ft
·
20 sec
·
the route
2
Turn sharp left
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
3
Turn right onto Wilson Hill Road
7.3 mi
·
17 min
·
Wilson Hill Road
4
Turn straight onto Rock Creek Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Rock Creek Road
5
Continue on Manton Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Manton Road
6
At the end of the road, turn right onto Manton Road
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Manton Road
7
Continue on Manton Road
8.8 mi
·
12 min
·
Manton Road
8
At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 36
11 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 36
9
At the end of the road, turn right onto Antelope Boulevard
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Antelope Boulevard
10
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
11
Merge slight left onto Cascade Wonderland Highway
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Cascade Wonderland Highway
12
Continue on Westside Freeway
93 mi
·
1 hr 39 min
·
Westside Freeway
13
Keep slight left to continue on Westside Freeway
16 mi
·
16 min
·
Westside Freeway
14
Keep slight left to continue on Westside Freeway
19 mi
·
21 min
·
Westside Freeway
15
Take the exit slight right toward US 50: South Lake Tahoe, San Francisco
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
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US 50: South Lake Tahoe, San Francisco
16
Keep slight left to continue on US 50 East: Fresno
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 50 East: Fresno
17
Keep slight left to continue on US 50 East: Fresno
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 50 East: Fresno
18
Merge slight left onto Capital City Freeway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Capital City Freeway
19
Keep slight right to continue on Capital City Freeway
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
Capital City Freeway
20
Take the exit slight right toward CA 99 South: Fresno
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
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CA 99 South: Fresno
21
Merge slight left onto South Sacramento Freeway
56 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
South Sacramento Freeway
22
Keep slight left
107 mi
·
2 hr 2 min
23
Take the exit slight right toward Belmont Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Belmont Avenue
24
At the end of the road, turn left onto West Belmont Avenue
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
West Belmont Avenue
25
Turn right onto North First Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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North First Street
26
Turn left onto East Washington Avenue
69 ft
·
3 sec
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East Washington Avenue
27
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 171.4 miles from Shingletown, CA, or about 2h 55m 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 80 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 171.4 miles or 2h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 48m
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 Shingletown, 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 Shingletown, CA
This is one driving day of about 342.9 miles and 5h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Shingletown, 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.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 171.4 mi from Shingletown, CA · 2h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
171 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 171.4 miles from Shingletown, CA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fresno, CA
The final approach into Fresno, 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 Fresno, 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
$79.41 one way
$158.81 round trip
$5.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
120 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.07 | $81.89 | $163.78 |
| premium | $6.24 | $84.28 | $168.56 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $76.18 | $152.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$79
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$104–$129
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 120 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 102.9 | 1 | $36.00 | $16.46 |
| Efficient EV | 85.7 | 0 | $30.00 | $13.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 137.2 | 1 | $48.01 | $21.95 |
Gas CO2
120 kg
EV CO2
40 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Monday
Local time
8:55 AM
PDT
Current temp
76°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
13 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
5h 50m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Shingletown, CA to Fresno, CA covers 342.9 miles and takes about 5h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Wilson Hill Road, Rock Creek Road, Manton Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 171.4 miles from Shingletown, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $79.41 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 50m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Shingletown, CA to Fresno, CA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Shingletown, CA to Fresno, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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