How far is Modesto, CA from Bakersfield, CA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Modesto and Bakersfield is 191.24 miles (307.77 km).

Flight distance from Modesto, CA to Bakersfield, CA is 191.24 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 24 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 22 minutes to travel from Modesto to Bakersfield with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Modesto, California to Bakersfield, California is: 202.65 miles (326.13 km) by car.

Driving from Modesto to Bakersfield will take approximately 03 hours 20 minutes.

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#1 Modesto

The third most populous city in Stanislaus County, California. It is located in the Central Valley of California. Modesto is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many outdoor activities, and its many attractions, such as the Gallo Center for the Arts and the McHenry Mansion.

Population 215666
GPS Coordinates 37°38'21"N 120°59'49"W
Latitude 37.6391000
Longitude -120.9968800
Altitude 28
Country United States
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#2 Bakersfield

The fifth most populous city in California and the center of the Bakersfield metropolitan area. It is located in the southern San Joaquin Valley in central California. Bakersfield is known for its oil industry, its agriculture, and its many attractions, such as the Kern County Museum and the California Living Museum.

Population 385725
GPS Coordinates 35°22'24"N 119°1'7"W
Latitude 35.3732900
Longitude -119.0187100
Altitude 123
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Modesto and Bakersfield

The distance between Modesto and Bakersfield is 326 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 37 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Modesto and Bakersfield. The current time is 00:20:45.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 06 hours 45 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 05 hours 03 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 04 hours 03 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 03 hours 22 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 02 hours 53 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 02 hours 42 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 02 hours 31 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 27.07 liters (7.15 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Modesto and Bakersfield.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Modesto to Bakersfield is $38.29 (diesel $44.31).

California gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $5.36 $5.59 $5.74 $6.2
Total $38.29 $39.99 $41.07 $44.31

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in California ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $5.355 (Diesel $6.196) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 25, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Modesto and Bakersfield (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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