Fresno, California to Ripon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

101.1 miles 162.7 km · straight line
106.4 miles actual route 171.3 km · driving distance
2h 5min estimated drive time
$10 - $13 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
314° NW bearing direction

How far is Fresno, California from Ripon?

The distance from Fresno, California to Ripon is 101.1 miles (162.7 km) as the crow flies. Ripon is located NW of Fresno, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 106.4 miles, taking about 2h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fresno, California and Ripon. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Fresno, California to Ripon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 5min $10 - $13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 30min $9–$16* Budget
Train ~1h 59min $13–$37* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fresno, California & Ripon

Quick Facts

Fresno, California
36.74°N, 119.79°W
America/Los_Angeles
94m elevation
Ripon
37.74°N, 121.12°W
America/Los_Angeles
21m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 34 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 246.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM