Fresno, California to Tri-Cities: Road Trip Guide & Distance

657.6 miles 1058.3 km · straight line
858.1 miles actual route 1381 km · driving distance
17h 0min estimated drive time
$83 - $102 estimated fuel cost
~1h 49min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Fresno, California from Tri-Cities?

The distance from Fresno, California to Tri-Cities is 657.6 miles (1058.3 km) as the crow flies. Tri-Cities is located N of Fresno, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 858.1 miles, taking about 17h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 49min. Both are located in United States — Fresno, California in California and Tri-Cities in Washington.

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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fresno, California and Tri-Cities. 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 Tri-Cities

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 0min $83 - $102 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 24min $69–$129* Budget
Train ~22h 6min $103–$300* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fresno, California & Tri-Cities

Quick Facts

Fresno, California
36.74°N, 119.79°W
America/Los_Angeles
94m elevation
Tri-Cities
46.25°N, 119.20°W
America/Los_Angeles
106m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 219 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 55 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 37.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM