How far is Sacramento, CA from Modesto, CA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sacramento and Modesto is 70.51 miles (113.48 km).
Flight distance from Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA is 70.51 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 09 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 08 minutes to travel from Sacramento to Modesto with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sacramento, California to Modesto, California is: 79.8 miles (128.42 km) by car.
Driving from Sacramento to Modesto will take approximately 01 hours 24 minutes.
#1 Sacramento
The sixth most populous city in California and the center of the Sacramento metropolitan area. It is located in the Sacramento Valley in central California. Sacramento is the capital of California and is known for its government and its many attractions, such as the California State Capitol and the California State Railroad Museum.
| Population | 512838 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°34'54"N 121°29'40"W |
| Latitude | 38.5815700 |
| Longitude | -121.4944000 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
Ending point in Modesto: 11th Street (-120.996829,37.639137)
Estimated Travel Time Between Sacramento and Modesto
The distance between Sacramento and Modesto is 128 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 25 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 Sacramento and Modesto. The current time is 21:49:13.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 39 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 59 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 35 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 19 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 08 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 03 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 59 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 10.66 liters (2.82 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sacramento and Modesto.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sacramento to Modesto is $15.08 (diesel $17.45).
California gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $5.36 | $5.59 | $5.74 | $6.2 |
| Total | $15.08 | $15.75 | $16.17 | $17.45 |
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 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Sacramento and Modesto (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
