Medford to Vacaville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

278.2 miles 447.8 km · straight line
347.8 miles estimated 559.8 km · driving distance
7h 0min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
170° S bearing direction

How far is Medford from Vacaville?

The distance from Medford to Vacaville is 278.2 miles (447.8 km) as the crow flies. Vacaville is located S of Medford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 347.8 miles, taking about 7h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Medford in Oregon and Vacaville in California.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Medford and Vacaville. 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 Medford to Vacaville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 0min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 24min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 39min $42–$122* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Medford & Vacaville

Quick Facts

Medford
42.33°N, 122.88°W
America/Los_Angeles
421m elevation
Vacaville
38.36°N, 121.99°W
America/Los_Angeles
53m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients