Fresno, California to Yakima: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fresno, California from Yakima?

The distance from Fresno, California to Yakima is 682.6 miles (1098.5 km) as the crow flies. Yakima is located N of Fresno, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 824.9 miles, taking about 16h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 52min. Both are located in United States — Fresno, California in California and Yakima 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 Yakima. 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.