Fresno, California to Ventura: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fresno, California from Ventura?

The distance from Fresno, California to Ventura is 172.2 miles (277.1 km) as the crow flies. Ventura is located S of Fresno, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 226.8 miles, taking about 4h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Ventura. 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.