Madera to Modesto: Road Trip Guide & Distance

69.6 miles 112 km · straight line
87 miles estimated 140 km · driving distance
1h 45min estimated drive time
$8 - $10 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
313° NW bearing direction

How far is Madera from Modesto?

The distance from Madera to Modesto is 69.6 miles (112 km) as the crow flies. Modesto is located NW of Madera. By car, the driving distance is approximately 87 miles, taking about 1h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. 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 Madera and Modesto. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Madera to Modesto

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 45min $8 - $10 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 6min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 40min $10–$30* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Madera & Modesto

Quick Facts

Madera
36.96°N, 120.06°W
America/Los_Angeles
83m elevation
Modesto
37.64°N, 121.00°W
America/Los_Angeles
28m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 23 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 357.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients