Fresno, California to The Dalles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

616.2 miles 991.7 km · straight line
736.7 miles actual route 1185.6 km · driving distance
14h 46min estimated drive time
$71 - $87 estimated fuel cost
~1h 44min flight time
354° N bearing direction

How far is Fresno, California from The Dalles?

The distance from Fresno, California to The Dalles is 616.2 miles (991.7 km) as the crow flies. The Dalles is located N of Fresno, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 736.7 miles, taking about 14h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 44min. Both are located in United States — Fresno, California in California and The Dalles in Oregon.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fresno, California and The Dalles. 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 The Dalles

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 46min $71 - $87 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 44min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 43min $59–$111* Budget
Train ~19h 12min $88–$258* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fresno, California & The Dalles

Quick Facts

Fresno, California
36.74°N, 119.79°W
America/Los_Angeles
94m elevation
The Dalles
45.59°N, 121.18°W
America/Los_Angeles
77m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 205 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM